Warm or Cold Crack Dip Recipe Ready in 5 Minutes
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Once you indulge in this creamy and cheesy crack dip, you won’t be able to stop. Loaded with delicious Ranch seasoning, bacon, and cheesy flavors, this recipe comes together in 5 minutes. No more, no less!
This savory crowd-pleasing appetizer can be served cold or warm. Enjoy it as a snack after school or a riveting soccer game. It’s also an easy option for entertaining large crowds on special occasions like game days, BBQs, and family get-togethers. I suggest you double the recipe because it goes quickly!
Spread it, dip it, or eat it as is. This simple yet irresistibly delicious dip pairs well with chips, crackers, and veggie sticks. Serve it cold or warm with an ooey gooey texture.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This crack dip recipe is so good that anyone will enjoy it — kids and grownups alike! Creamy Ranch packed with cheese and bacon… I mean, what’s not to love? This is naturally low-carb and low-fiber, suitable for many diet types.. Here’s more:
- Simple ingredients: Fresh, whole-food ingredients.
- Budget-friendly: Great way to use up leftover bacon. Plus points if you have your own kitchen garden for growing herbs.
- Short prep and cooking time: Whip up this savory party-pleasing appetizer in just 5 minutes, letting you spend less time in the kitchen.
- Amazing flavors: Low on carbs but big on flavor, this keto dip is a savory blend of Ranch, bacon, and cheese flavors that balance well with the tanginess of sour cream and cream cheese.
- Easy-to-follow directions: Prep the ingredients, mix everything in a large bowl, and enjoy it with your favorite low-carb dipper. Easy as that!
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole also has a similar combination of cheesy Ranch chicken. Each recipe fills a unique need, so try them all!
How to Make Keto Crack Dip with Cream Cheese
If you love the homey Ranch, cheese, and bacon flavors, then you will surely love this savory, crack dip recipe. The cheesy snack is similar to our fan-favorite Slow Cooker Crack Chicken, Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole,and Keto Crack Biscuits. Each recipe fills a unique need, so try them all!
Just gather 6 basic ingredients and you’re halfway to making a bacon ranch crack dip in just 5 minutes! It comes together quickly – mix everything in a bowl and dig in with your favorite dipper!
Or enjoy it warm and pop the keto Ranch dip in the oven for a few minutes before serving. Either way, this delicious spread is loaded with flavor and will be a success every time you serve it.
Scroll to the bottom of this post for a printable recipe card with a full list of ingredients, measurements, and step-by-step instructions to make this simple low-carb crack dip recipe.
Ingredients You Need
- Cream cheese: Best softened at room temperature for easy mixing.
- Sour cream: Cheaper, easier to find, and less processed than high-quality mayonnaise. But you can also use Greek yogurt or olive oil-based mayonnaise.
- Cheddar cheese: Go for freshly shredded because it melts more smoothly and has a purer flavor than pre-shredded cheese.
- Bacon: Cooked and crumbled; the easiest way to cook bacon is in the oven, but stovetop bacon works too. Even store-bought bacon bits can do the job, but check the ingredient list to ensure all ingredients are keto-friendly, if that’s important to you. White Oak Pastures sells high-quality bacon, which I recommend if you’re shopping online.
- Ranch seasoning: Dried parsley, dried dill weed, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. I buy organic dried herbs in bulk from Mountain Rose Herbs and make a DIY blend, but you can also buy one Ranch seasoning mix or Ranch dressing mix packet.
- Green onions: Although optional, chopped green onions are great as garnish. Corn works great, too.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Follow these simple directions, and you can’t go wrong! This easy appetizer comes together in a few minutes.
One of the fun benefits of this crack dip recipe is that it can be enjoyed cold or warm. Double the recipe and chill the first batch, then pop the other in the oven for a few minutes before serving. Let’s get started!
Cold Crack Dip
- Mix the cream cheese and sour cream in a large mixing bowl. Stir by hand or use a hand mixer. Add salt, pepper, and seasonings. Taste and adjust as desired.
- Fold in the shredded cheese and cooked bacon. Reserve a small portion of each for garnish.
- Top with remaining cheese and bacon. Optionally, garnish with chopped green onion. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready.
Warm Crack Dip
- Preheat the oven to 350 F, then follow the cold dip instructions above for steps 1 and 2.
- Transfer the dip mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish and cover it with foil. Bake for 15 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Top with remaining cheese and bacon, then garnish with green onions. Serve hot and enjoy.
Substitutions and Variations
My crack dip recipe is similar to a keto million-dollar dip, but better because it’s completely nut-free. And since I use sour cream instead of mayonnaise, the recipe is egg-free, too.
In its original form, this delicious dip recipe is already keto, carnivore keto, low oxalate, and GAPS compliant. If you are on strict GAPS, ensure your bacon is nitrate-free. Unfortunately, with sour cream and two types of cheese, this dip is not Whole30 and Paleo-friendly.
This family-friendly dip is delicious as written in the recipe card below, but you can switch things up to give a different flavor profile. Think of it as your culinary canvas and try these simple swaps to make it uniquely yours:
- Cheese substitutes: Use smoked cheddar cheese for a smoky flavor, or combine a strong-flavored cheese like sharp cheddar cheese and a milder one like mozzarella. For a briny-tangy spin, add a touch of blue cheese.
- Protein-packed dip: Make a keto dip with sausage by browning the sausage before mixing it in. Or add cooked shredded chicken for a keto crack chicken dip. This is best served warm.
- Substitute sour cream and Ranch seasoning by using 8 ounces of homemade keto Ranch dressing instead.
- Flavor boosters: Run out of green onions? Try it with chopped chives or a little bit of leek. If you want to give this cream cheese dip some heat, add a little bit of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
- Spices: Add some heat by sprinkling red pepper flakes, cayenne, or chopped jalapeños.
Expert Tips
- Taste and adjust: Mix all the ingredients thoroughly for an even distribution of flavors and adjust the seasoning to your preference.
- Freshly shredded cheese: Instead of buying pre-shredded, shred the cheese yourself to avoid additives and for a smoother, creamier melt when warmed up.
- Room-temp cream cheese: For an even smoother mixture, it helps that your cream cheese comes at room temperature before making the dip. Pull it out of the fridge and place it on the counter for about 30 minutes before mixing with the other ingredients.
- Crispy bacon: Grab pre-cooked bacon from the store if you’re short on time. For the best crunchy texture, use real bacon bits or freshly cooked bacon then crumble it finely.
How to Store This Recipe
A crack dip can be made a day or two ahead, but it’s best enjoyed fresh or within the first 24 hours. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the refrigerator.
I don’t recommend freezing this dip, as the ingredients tend to separate and it won’t taste as good. When ready to eat, warm it in the oven at 350 F. You can also enjoy this keto dip cold.
What to Serve with Ranch Crack Dip
One of the beauties of this crack dip recipe is that it’s incredibly versatile. You can pair It with just about anything.
One way to enjoy this easy dip recipe is with my homemade flax crackers. Cheese chips and pork rinds are great options, too. It’s equally delicious with toasted baguettes, crostini, and potato chips.
Keep the carbs low and serve the dip with some vegetables like broccoli, celery sticks, carrot stick, cucumber slices, and bell pepper wedges. You can even stuff the dip in mushrooms for baking. The possibilities are endless!
When Halloween rolls around, be sure to set this dip up with a skeleton veggie tray.
More Low-Carb Appetizers to Try
- Keto Pickle Chips
- Cheese Ball without Nuts
- Gluten-Free Cheese Curds
- Classic Beef Liver Pate
- Tuna Salad Cucumber Bites
f you make this keto crack dip recipe, please leave a review. I really appreciate each and every 5-star rating and comment!
Keto Crack Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 8 ounces sour cream
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
- ¼ teaspoon dried onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 2 teaspoons green onion chopped for garnish, optional
Instructions
Cold Crack Dip
- Mix the cream cheese and sour cream together in a mixing bowl.8 ounces cream cheese, 8 ounces sour cream
- Season with the herbs, salt and pepper. Taste and adjust as desired.½ teaspoon dried parsley, ¼ teaspoon dried dill weed, ¼ teaspoon dried onion powder, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Fold in the shredded cheese and cooked bacon. Reserve a small portion of each for garnish.2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 4 slices bacon
- Top with remaining cheese and bacon. Garnish with green onion.2 teaspoons green onion
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready.
Warm Crack Dip
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
- Mix the cream cheese and sour cream together in a mixing bowl.8 ounces cream cheese, 8 ounces sour cream
- Season with the herbs, salt and pepper. Taste and adjust as desired.½ teaspoon dried parsley, ¼ teaspoon dried dill weed, ¼ teaspoon dried onion powder, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Fold in the shredded cheese and cooked bacon. Reserve a small portion of each for garnish.2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 4 slices bacon
- Transfer the dip to a 2-quart casserole dish and cover with foil. Bake for 15 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Top with remaining cheese and bacon. Garnish with green onion and serve hot.2 teaspoons green onion
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Notes
- Mix all the ingredients thoroughly for an even distribution of flavors and adjust the seasoning to your preference.
- Freshly shredded cheese for this recipe for a smoother, creamier melt when warmed up.
- Use room temp cream cheese for an even smoother mixture, it helps that your cream cheese comes at room temperature before making the dip.
- Grab pre-cooked bacon from the store if you’re short on time. For the best crunchy texture, use real bacon bits or freshly cooked bacon then crumble it finely.
Nutrition & Macros
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We had some friends over last night, and I made this dip. It disappeared in no time! Very easy to make too. I’ll definitely make this again.
It’s great when everyone gets together over good food!
I made a bowl of this, and brought some crackers to a potluck, and it was a big hit! I got so many compliments about it, and it was so delecious and easy to eat off of the little paper plates they had there. Thanks!
Thank you for trying out the recipe and leaving such a positive review! I’m thrilled that it was a hit for you and your friends.
I made this for a party and people were practically licking the bowl by the end! Haha this was such a hit. Thanks for the recipe!
Wow, thank you for your generous review! It’s wonderful to hear that the recipe brought joy to your table.
This has been one of my go-to guilt-free recipes! And I am glad it is just easy to make yet turned out so hearty and cozy.
Your review is much appreciated! I’m thrilled to have contributed to your culinary journey. Enjoy more tasty dishes in the future!
I tried Keto Crack Dip, and it was delicious! It’s savory, but not too salty or spicy, so I could eat a lot of it without feeling like I was overdoing it.
I’m so grateful for your wonderful review! Your enthusiasm for the recipe makes me even more excited to share more tasty creations with everyone.
I have the whole family for Sunday Supper, 14-17people, even the grandchildren enjoy this with veggies!!
Oh yeah, Katherine! What a great experience! Feeding so many people isn’t easy, but I’m happy to help. Thanks for trying a recipe of mine and leaving a review. I appreciate it.
I’ve been looking for a great dip for my flaxseed crackers! Looks like I’ve found it!
I think you have! This dip will be great with flaxseed crackers. YUM! Enjoy, Cathy!
I know it’s supposed to be a dip but it’s so delicious I enjoyed a little bowl of it all by itself, no crackers or anything.
This recipe has my stomach growling – must have now!!! This looks so delish, on any diet type…yummy!