Charleston Cheese Dip
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly indulgent, Charleston Cheese Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for game days, holiday gatherings, or any special occasion. This Southern-inspired baked dip combines rich cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and Monterey Jack for a luscious base, with a touch of heat from hot sauce and a savory depth from crumbled bacon and green onions. Finished with a buttery topping of crushed Ritz crackers and crisp bacon, this dip bakes to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Serve it warm with crackers, crusty bread, or fresh veggies for an appetizer that’s sure to disappear in minutes. Packed with bold flavors and a delightful crunch, Charleston Cheese Dip is an easy, make-ahead favorite that’s sure to steal the show at any table!
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Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1.5 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
- 6 slices Crisp bacon, crumbled
- 0.5 cups Ritz crackers, crushed
- 1 tsp Hot sauce
- 0.25 tsp Kosher salt
- 0.25 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, soften the cream cheese by stirring it until smooth.
Step 3
Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, mayonnaise, hot sauce, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the cream cheese. Mix well until combined.
Step 4
Fold in the finely chopped green onions and half of the crumbled bacon (reserve the other half for topping).
Step 5
Transfer the mixture into a baking dish (about 8-inch or similar size) and spread it out evenly.
Step 6
Sprinkle the crushed Ritz crackers over the top of the dip, followed by the remaining crumbled bacon.
Step 7
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly around the edges.
Step 8
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Step 9
Serve the Charleston Cheese Dip warm with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (773.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3383.2 |
| Total Fat 281.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 114.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 618.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4395.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 130.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.6g | |
| Protein 96.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1844.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 950.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories