Description
This Irresistibly Creamy Boat Dip is a flavorful and easy-to-make party favorite that combines creamy sour cream, zesty ranch seasoning, tangy Rotel tomatoes with a spicy kick, melted cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon. Perfectly topped with fresh green onions and jalapeños, it’s a crowd-pleasing dip that’s ideal for game days, gatherings, or casual snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups sour cream (substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix (use homemade mix if preferred)
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (can substitute with fresh diced tomatoes and jalapeños)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (swap for Monterey Jack for a milder flavor)
- 6 slices cooked bacon (use bacon bits for convenience or omit for vegetarian option)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (can replace with chives)
- 1 tablespoon chopped jalapeños (optional; adjust based on spice preference)
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook 6 slices of bacon for about 8-10 minutes until crispy. Remove from the skillet, let cool, then crumble into small pieces.
- Prepare the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of sour cream with 1 packet of dry ranch seasoning mix. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
- Add Tomatoes: Drain the can of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies well to avoid excess liquid, then gently fold the tomatoes into the sour cream and ranch mixture.
- Incorporate Cheese and Bacon: Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese along with the crumbled bacon, mixing until everything is evenly distributed.
- Top with Fresh Ingredients: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions and 1 tablespoon of chopped jalapeños over the top of the dip to add freshness and extra heat if desired.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dip for at least 60 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to thicken.
- Serve: Serve chilled with your favorite crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- For a lighter dip, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt.
- To control the spice level, adjust or omit jalapeños based on preference.
- For a vegetarian version, omit bacon or use vegetarian bacon bits.
- You can make your own ranch seasoning mix for a fresher flavor and to control sodium.
- Ensure to drain the tomatoes thoroughly to avoid a watery dip.
- Dip can be prepared a day in advance to enhance flavor fusion.
- Serve with toasted baguette slices, tortilla chips, or vegetable sticks for variety.
