Name: Loaded Baked Potato Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8 to 10 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces ( 453.59 ml ) sour cream; 12 ounce ( 340.2 g ) package bacon, cooked and finely chopped; 8 ounces ( 226.8 g ) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 2 cups); 2 green onions, thinly sliced

This loaded baked potato dip combines all of the fantastic flavors of a classic loaded baked potato – sour cream, bacon, cheese and scallions. Scoop away with potato chips!

For the longest time, the only way we ever made a baked potato was in the microwave. Sometimes you just can’t argue with speedy and straightforward, right? Well, once we started baking them in the oven, there was no turning back for us – baked potato perfection! We typically keep it fairly simple when we have baked potatoes and usually top them with butter, salt and a lot of pepper. However, there is nothing better than a loaded baked potato when you’re feeling the urge to splurge. A steaming hot baked potato topped with mounds of sour cream, bacon, cheese, and chives. This is heaven for most of us carbaholics (and cheese and bacon fanatics) – so much goodness!

Now imagine everything that is awesome about a loaded baked potato and throw it into a dip that you can scoop up with potato chips. A favorite meal/side dish instantly became one of our favorite appetizers – behold the loaded baked potato dip!

While it takes a little bit of patience to wait for a baked potato in the oven, this dip definitely satisfies our speedy and straightforward soft spot for microwave baked potatoes. This loaded baked potato dip contains only four ingredients, and it can easily be made in less than 15 minutes. It’s one of the most outstanding dips we've ever chowed down on… supremely addictive.

We've made this countless times over the last handful of years and each and every time it’s met with oooh’s and ahhh’s. When people ask what’s in it, no one can believe how simple it is to make. Keep this recipe on hand for A straightforward party dip – it’s great for everything from the Bowl to a casual get together and summer picnics!

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Loaded Baked Potato Dip

Yield: 8 to 10 servings This loaded baked potato dip combines all of the fantastic flavors of a classic loaded baked potato - sour cream, bacon, cheese and scallions. Scoop away with potato chips!

16 ounces (453.59 ml) sour cream
12 ounce (340.2 g) package bacon, cooked and finely chopped
8 ounces (226.8 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 2 cups)
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld together. Garnish with extra shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions. Serve with your favorite potato chips or pretzel crisps.

Notes

Dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving if it has been refrigerated for longer than an hour. Nutritional values are based on one serving

This recipe was originally published on January 31, 2012.

Love this dip? Here are a few of our other favorites:

Jalapeno Popper Dip: Spicy, creamy, cheesy and a crisp topping!

Spinach Dip: So straightforward and rich – you wouldn’t even know it’s on the lighter side!

Slow Cooker Spicy Beef Queso Dip: Best. Queso. EVER!

Loaded Baked Potato Dip

Yield: 8 to 10 servings
Prep: 10 minutes
Total: 10 minutes

Ingredients

16 ounces ( 453.59 ml ) sour cream
12 ounce ( 340.2 g ) package bacon, cooked and finely chopped
8 ounces ( 226.8 g ) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 2 cups)
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Method

Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld together. Garnish with extra shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions. Serve with your favorite potato chips or pretzel crisps.