Home » Blog » Course » Appetizers » Crack DipCrack Dip Pin RecipeRate RecipePublished: Jan 10, 2023 · Modified: Feb 7, 2023 by Marlene Wallace · This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our full Disclosure Policy for details. Cool, creamy dip packed with cheese, bacon and ranch flavor. Crack dip is perfect for dipping potato chips, crackers or vegetables. Jump to Recipe If you are looking for an amazing dip recipe to serve at your next party, girls night or game night, then this crack dip recipe is perfect for you. It only uses a few simple ingredients that you most likely already have at home and is ready in just 5 minutes. It is therefore also a great option when you need something quick for surprise guests. This super bowl crack dip recipe combines tasty cheese, loads of bacon and cool ranch flavors. It is the best cracker dip and will be a big hit with all your guests. Table of Contents What is Crack Dip? Why You’ll Love This Ingredients Recommended ToolsInstructionsMake AheadStef says…. Recipe Tips More No Bake Dip RecipesMore Delicious Warm Dip RecipesHow To StoreCommon QuestionsCrack Dip Recipe What is Crack Dip? Crack dip is a cold party snack made with cheddar cheese, real bacon, sour cream, cream cheese and ranch dip mix. This great dip is ready in just 5 minutes and tastes amazing with crackers, chips and fresh veggies. Crack dip is similar to million dollar dip, as they both contain cheese, bacon and green onions. However, while crack dip uses cream cheese and sour cream as a base, million dollar dip is made with mayonnaise instead. Why You’ll Love This Notable: creamy dip goodness bursting with cheese, cooked bacon and ranch flavors Main Ingredients: cheddar cheese, bacon pieces, sour cream, cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix Cooking Method: no bake Cooking Time: 5 minutes of prep time Pairs well with: buttery crackers, tortilla chips, potato chips, pita chips, fresh veggies, toasted slices of French bread Diets: keto friendly, gluten free Special Equipment Needed: large bowl, wooden spoon or spatula Ingredients You may have all of these ingredients for this super bowl cracker dip in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this cheesy crack dip recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients. Crack Dip Ingredients 2 cups medium cheddar cheese (grated) ½ cup bacon (cooked and crumbled) 1 cup of sour cream 8 oz. cream cheese (softened) 1 packet ranch dressing mix Optional Garnish grated cheese, bacon crumbles and sliced green onions Variations and Substitutions Cheese: Substitute cheddar cheese with Colby Jack cheese, sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack cheese or mozzarella cheese. Bacon: We prefer using freshly cooked and crumbled bacon, however, you can substitute bacon bits in a pinch. Ranch Seasoning Mix: Use a store-bought packet or 2 tablespoons of Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix. Add Spice: In case you want a little kick of spice in this easy cream cheese dip, adding a little bit of hot sauce is a great option. Moreover, you can add some black pepper, red pepper flakes or even ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper. WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love easy, delicious, and crowd pleasing dips then you’ll love our sweet Buckeye Dip. It’s a creamy and delicious peanut butter dip with cream cheese that tastes just like buckeye candies. Recommended Tools Links to our favorite tools are affiliate links. If you purchase something through the link we may get a tiny portion of the sale. Mixing Bowl — For best results use a clean and dry glass or porcelain bowl to mix this easy 5 minute dip recipe. Instructions This section shows how to make cold crack dip, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the printable recipe card below. BLEND INGREDIENTS: Firstly, add all dip ingredients to a medium bowl. Then stir together with a spatula until evenly blended. CHILL: Transfer the mixed dip to the refrigerator to chill for a couple of hours. Even though this step is optional, we highly recommend giving the flavors time to develop. TOP AND SERVE: Afterwards give the dip another good stir, before adding it to a serving dish. Then top with the leftover cheese, bacon and green onions. Serve with buttery crackers, potato chips or fresh veggies. WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love delicious 5-minute dip recipes, then you have to try our amazing Cookie Dough Dip. Creamy and delicious edible cookie dough dip is perfect for everyone who loves eating raw cookie dough. Make Ahead You can make this dip several hours ahead of time. Refrigerating this bacon crack dip for a couple of hours gives the flavors time to develop and therefore improves the final taste of this delicious dip recipe. Stef says…. I love using Air Fryer Bacon for this recipe. It is crispy, fast, easy, and delicious. And the best part, it is a lot less messy than the stovetop method! Recipe Tips Follow these tips to make the best game day crack dip. Tip: Make sure to use softened cream cheese. That way it blends smoothly with the other dip ingredients. Tip: Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese. Tip: Use real bacon for this perfect dip recipe. Even though bacon bits work in a pinch, nothing beats fresh bacon flavor. More No Bake Dip Recipes If you love this cheesy crack dip, then you’ll enjoy our other quick and easy no bake dips: Easy Homemade Ranch Dip Recipe Million Dollar Dip The Best Sour Cream And Onion Dip Recipe More Delicious Warm Dip Recipes Ranch crack dip also pairs really well with one of our delicious hot dip recipes: Rotel Dip with Sausage Crack Corn Dip Buffalo Chicken Dip Crockpot Recipe Mississippi Sin Dip How To Store Refrigerate: Store crack dip leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container, ziploc bag, other sealed container or in a dish tightly covered with plastic wrap for up to 2-3 days. Freeze: We do not recommend freezing this party dip. Common Questions Can I add any toppings to this perfect appetizer? By all means!! We recommend saving some grated cheese and crispy bacon crumbs. Then sprinkle them on top of the dip together with the sliced green onions. What are the best dippers to serve with this great dip? As a matter of fact, this easy dip recipe pairs well with almost everything. Our favorite dippers for this delicious dip are buttery crackers, pretzels, tortilla chips, pita chips, or bagel chips. Moreover, you can serve fresh veggies such as celery sticks or carrot sticks alongside this creamy dip. However, the indulgent ingredients of this crowd-pleasing party recipe will taste amazing on all your favorite chips and crackers. How can I reduce the calorie count of this bacon crack dip? In case you are following a low calorie diet, then you can make this dip with low fat cream cheese and low fat sour cream. Additionally you can substitute some of the sour cream with low-fat or no-fat greek yoghurt. How long can this crowd-pleasing dip sit out at room temperature? We recommend leaving this dip out at room temperature no longer than two hours. After that, in order to stay food safe, give it some time in the fridge to cool down. 5 from 5 votes Crack Dip Recipe Author Andrea + Stef Course Appetizer Cuisine American, keto Prep Time 5 minutes minutes Total Time 5 minutes minutes Print Pin Rate 10 servings Cool, creamy dip packed with cheese, bacon and ranch flavor. Crack dip is perfect for dipping potato chips, crackers or vegetables. Cook ModePrevent your screen from going dark Equipmentmixing bowlcooking spoon or spatula Ingredients 1x2x3x▢ 2 cups medium cheddar cheese grated, divided▢ ½ cup bacon cooked, crumbled and divided▢ 1 cup sour cream▢ 8 oz cream cheese softened▢ 1 packet ranch seasoning mix or 2 tablespoon homemade ranch seasoningOptional Garnish:▢ green onions InstructionsStir together all the dip ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Make sure to save some grated cheese and bacon crumbles for topping. Refrigerate mixed up dip for several hours, if possible. Top with more grated cheese, bacon and green onions before serving with potato chips, buttery crackers, or fresh veggies. Notes Tip: Make sure to use softened cream cheese. That way it blends smoothly with the other dip ingredients. Tip: Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese. Tip: Use real bacon for this perfect dip recipe. Even though bacon bits work in a pinch, nothing beats fresh bacon flavor. NutritionCalories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 454mg | Potassium: 76mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 674IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 205mg | Iron: 0.1mg Did you create this? Share it on Instagram and follow us on Pinterest for more cleverly simply recipes. Email Recipe Pin Recipe Share Recipe PinShareTweet