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BLT Dip

Aug 8, 2022 · 18 Comments

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This easy BLT Dip is a creamy cool dip loaded with crispy bacon, shredded cheese, juicy ripe tomatoes, and fresh crisp lettuce. It's quick and simple to make and a total crowd-pleaser. Your favorite sandwich, in dip form!

BLT Dip topped with shredded lettuce, crispy bacon, and ripe diced tomatoes with a cracker dipping into it.

BLT Dip

As you may have already guessed, BLT Dip is just like a BLT (bacon-lettuce-tomato) sandwich, except it's served in a bowl with crackers or some other dip transportation apparatus (more on that below).

It is scrumptious. A creamy, cool dip featuring crispy bacon, shredded cheese, juicy tomatoes, and fresh lettuce all in one dreamy, creamy bite. Heaven. It truly is.  The ingredients meld together in classic BLT fashion, and you can whip it up in a snap.

Do I Serve BLT Dip Hot or Cold?

I prefer to serve it cold or right after preparing, when the bacon is still warm, just like a real BLT. I love eating it this way.

If you really want a warm BLT dip, you can bake it in an oven-safe dish at 350ยฐF for about 20 minutes, or until heated through.

How to Make Perfectly Cooked Bacon Crumbles

In order to get your bacon uniformly cooked and crumbled, it's easiest to start by chopping the bacon before cooking.

It's easier and faster to cook it when it's chopped than to try to cook it and then crumble it.

Cook it in a skillet over medium-high heat so that it crisps up and doesn't get chewy. When it is finished cooking, remove it with a slotted spoon to eliminate some of the grease. Transfer it to a paper towel lined plate.

What Kind of Lettuce Should I Use?

Whatever lettuce you prefer on your BLT is what you should use here.

I find that buying a package of pre-shredded iceberg lettuce is easiest and fastest.

I have also served BLT dip with lettuce on the side to sprinkle on top after dipping or place the lettuce on the cracker and then spread the dip on top.

BLT Dip topped with shredded lettuce and crispy bacon with a cracker in the dip.

Do I Have to Use Mayo?

I highly recommend the mayo because it really brings out the classic BLT flavors.

You can substitute sour cream or half sour cream and half mayo to cut some calories, if you'd prefer.

How to Serve BLT Dip

As noted above, BLT dip is delicious cold, but can also be baked if desired.

Here are some simple ideas for what to dip in BLT Dip.

  • Butter crackers such as Ritz
  • Wheat Thins
  • Toasted bread cut into strips or triangles
  • Crostini
  • Potato Chips
  • Pretzels or pretzel thins
  • Cheese whisps
  • Pita Chips
  • Vegetables such as baby carrots, sliced cucumbers, bell peppers, celery sticks, or sliced tomatoes.
  • Sourdough - toasted in strips or cubed
  • Naan or flatbread

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BLT Dip topped with shredded lettuce, crispy bacon, and ripe diced tomatoes with a cracker dipping into it.

BLT Dip

This easy BLT Dip is a creamy cool dip loaded with crispy bacon, shredded cheese, juicy ripe tomatoes, and fresh crisp lettuce. It's quick and simple to make and a total crowd-pleaser. Your favorite sandwich, in dip form!
5 from 18 votes
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Course: Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine: American
Keyword: BLT Dip
Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 394kcal
Author: Michelle

Ingredients

  • 1 pound bacon chopped
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup mayo
  • ยผ teaspoon garlic powder shredded
  • 4 Roma tomatoes diced and divided
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced and divided
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar
  • ยฝ cup shredded lettuce
  • Crackers, crostini, pita chips, or bagel chips for serving
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Instructions

  • In a skillet over medium high heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove to a paper towel to drain grease.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cream cheese, mayo, and garlic powder until smooth.
  • Fold in half the tomatoes, half of the green onions, about โ…” of the bacon, and all of the shredded cheddar. Mix until combined.
  • Spread evenly in a 9-inch pie dish. Top with shredded lettuce and remaining tomato, bacon, and green onions.
  • Cover and chill until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Prepare bacon and dip as directed in steps 1 and 2 of the recipe. Fold in โ…” of the bacon , half the green onions, and all of the cheddar into the cream cheese mixture. (Store remaining bacon and green onions in bags in the refrigerator) Cover and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. You can also chop the tomatoes and lettuce and store in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator. Before serving, allow dip to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes. Whisk to loosen the dip. Then fold in tomatoes. Transfer to a serving dish, and complete steps 4 and 5 of the recipe.
  • Storage: Leftover BLT dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Because of the fresh lettuce and tomatoes, itโ€™s definitely best when eaten the same day!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving (without crackers) | Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 491mg | Potassium: 170mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 581IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 1mg
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UPDATE INFO: This recipe was originally published in January 2016. It was updated with new pictures, tips, and video and republished in July 2022.

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  1. Tayler Ross says

    August 12, 2022 at 10:42 am

    I made this dip for a get together last night and everyone raved about it! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!

    Reply
  2. Gina Abernathy says

    August 12, 2022 at 11:16 am

    You are speaking my language with BLT dip. I love the sandwich and now this dip takes it to the next level of all dips! Amazing!

    Reply
  3. Chris says

    August 12, 2022 at 11:53 am

    Great party dip idea. So happy I gave it a try. We will definitely be making this again!

    Reply
  4. Joyce says

    October 04, 2022 at 1:21 pm

    This was a brilliant idea and absolutely delicious. I ate the dip with a spoon and barely shared it! Thank you for sharing this!

    Reply
  5. Luci says

    October 04, 2022 at 1:26 pm

    I made this for a few friends this weekend and it was delicious. Everyone loved it and I can't wait to make it again ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  6. Sara Welch says

    October 04, 2022 at 1:35 pm

    Bring on the bacon! This is my kind of dip! Excited to give this a try for an afternoon snack; looks too good to pass up, indeed!

    Reply
  7. Tayler Ross says

    October 04, 2022 at 1:41 pm

    This is one of my favorite dip recipes! I've made it several times and everyone always loves it!

    Reply
  8. Amanda Wren-Grimwood says

    October 27, 2022 at 8:10 am

    This is such a delicious dip and so easy to make. I had friends for drinks and it was perfect.

    Reply
  9. Katherine says

    October 27, 2022 at 8:32 am

    This BLT dip was perfect for our party last weekend! Everyone loved it!

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  10. Angela says

    October 27, 2022 at 8:34 am

    Made this over the weekend and it's so good! My whole family devoured this dip. Will definitely make again!

    Reply
  11. Michaela says

    October 27, 2022 at 8:42 am

    This takes my favorite sandwich to the next level. This dip is so creamy and delicious! I'm ready to snack on this all day.

    Reply
  12. Lyn says

    October 27, 2022 at 8:43 am

    This dip recipe was a hit at my last party! It was easy to make and so amazing!

    Reply
  13. Toni says

    October 27, 2022 at 8:55 am

    Such a perfect dip to get addicted to! My whole family enjoyed it!

    Reply
  14. Liz says

    May 11, 2023 at 7:11 pm

    This BLT dip was a hit at my house! I made it for a party and it disappeared fast!

    Reply
  15. Shadi Hasanzadenemati says

    May 11, 2023 at 10:07 pm

    This was amazing and such a treat! Thank you! Everyone in my family loved it.

    Reply
  16. Neha says

    May 11, 2023 at 10:15 pm

    Sounds like a fantastic dip to me! Can't wait to dip my crackers in it!

    Reply
  17. Cynthia says

    May 11, 2023 at 10:59 pm

    What's better than a BLT? A BLT dip! So delish!

    Reply
  18. Elisa says

    May 11, 2023 at 11:40 pm

    Love this BLT dip, looks delicious and fresh. Will make it for a party. Thanks for sharing ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply

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