Description
This creamy Boat Dip is a delicious blend of cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions, making it an ideal appetizer for any gathering. Perfect for pairing with chips, crackers, or veggies, it’s best served chilled to enhance the flavors. Enjoy this crowd-pleaser at your next party or cozy night in!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 6–8 slices)
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chips, crackers, or veggies for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of sour cream and 1 cup of mayonnaise. Use a spatula or a whisk to blend them together until smooth.
- Fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed throughout the creamy base.
- Add 1 cup of cooked and crumbled bacon to the mixture and stir well to combine.
- Gently fold in 1/2 cup of chopped green onions and 1/2 cup of diced tomatoes (if using), being careful not to break down the tomatoes too much.
- Pour in 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce and 1 tablespoon of hot sauce. Add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1 teaspoon of onion powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then mix everything together until well combined.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl or keep it in the mixing bowl. Cover it with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for enhanced flavors.
- While the dip is chilling, prepare your dippers such as tortilla chips, pita chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.
- Before serving, garnish with additional chopped green onions or crumbled bacon for an appealing presentation.
- Place the dip on a serving platter with your dippers arranged around it and enjoy!
Notes
- If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- The flavors may intensify as it sits, making it even more delicious!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes