Easy BLT Dip
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Posted: 06/13/19
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BLT Dip is a quick and easy cold dip recipe flavored with your favorite BLT toppings. It’s the perfect party appetizer for your summer parties. It has layers of bacon, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and is topped with diced green onions. What will you dip into this delicious BLT Dip?
If you love a traditional BLT Sandwich as much as I do we know you are going to love making it in dip form! Perfect for using up those fresh tomatoes from your garden this summer!
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The BEST BLT Dip
Sometimes I get REALLY enthusiastic over things. Like ridiculously so. It’s sort of embarrassing. Maybe more for the hubs and the rest of the family than me, but I go all out if my heart is behind it.
For example this cold BLT Dip. I went all out with this. I’m referring to the eating part of this if you are wondering. I quite possibly could have just taken a spoon and ate it. I’m kind of in love with anything BLT and this dip did not disappoint at all.
It’s great for taking to all of those summer BBQs and back yard parties. It’s easily transportable and let’s be honest. It’s all about the appetizers this time of year, well, and the cocktails!
I’m a big fan of dips because they are so versatile. You can easily throw them together before a party and it’s so stress-free.
What do I need to make BLT Dip?
The ingredient list for this is pretty straight forward and simple!
- Cream cheese
- Mayonnaise
- Parmesan cheese
- Chopped lettuce
- Bacon strips
- Tomatoes
- Green onions
- Colby Jack Cheese
How do I make BLT Dip?
Cream Cheese Layer – Mix together the base for this cold dip by combining the cream cheese, mayonnaise and Parmesan in a mixing bowl and mix with a hand mixer.
Layer the Dip – Straight layering the dip in a pie plate with the cream cheese layer first and top with with lettuce, bacon, tomatoes, cheese and onions.
Refrigerate – You’ll want to refrigerate this for at least a hour before serving. Store leftovers in fridge.
BLT Dip FAQs!
This recipe is pretty easy and simple, but we’ve put together a few tips and tricks to make it the BEST BLT dip ever!
If you have additional questions make sure to comment below and we will do our best to answer them!
What does BLT stand for?
Essentially it is stands for Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato. Typically you would make a sandwich with they ingredients in it, but we decided to make a dip version of the favorite sandwich!
What type of lettuce should I use?
We recommend using either romaine or iceberg. The main difference is the nutrient value in these two lettuces. Romaine has more nutrients so we say go with that one!
How long will BLT Dip leftovers keep?
You will need to store any leftovers in the refrigerator. They will only last 3-5 days. The bacon will get a bit soggy towards the end!
What can I dip in my BLT Dip?
We recommend grabbing the following items for easy dippers in your favorite BLT Dip!
- Crackers
- Crostini
- Vegetables
- Pretzels
- Chips
If you have a party coming up then this is what you want to bring! I mean it’s got BACON you guys. I need not say more.
If you don’t have a party then either plan one or make it and eat it alone.
Judgement free zone here.
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Easy BLT Dip Recipe
Easy BLT Dip ~ Take Your Favorite Summertime Sandwich and Make it into a Dip! Layers of Lettuce, Bacon, Cheese and Tomatoes! The Perfect Dip for a Party During the Summer Months!
Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 8 bacon strips cooked and crumbled
- 3 Roma tomatoes seeded and chopped
Instructions
- In a medium sized bowl, beat together cream cheese, mayonnaise, and Parmesan until blended. Spread in shallow baking dish and pie plate.
- Layer lettuce, bacon, tomatoes, cheese and onions on top of cream cheese mixture.
- Refrigerate until serving.
- Serve with toasted baguette slices, chips etc.
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Nutrition Information
Serving: 1, Calories: 203kcal (10%), Carbohydrates: 2g (1%), Protein: 7g (14%), Fat: 18g (28%), Saturated Fat: 8g (50%), Cholesterol: 40mg (13%), Sodium: 287mg (12%), Potassium: 120mg (3%), Sugar: 1g (1%), Vitamin A: 580IU (12%), Vitamin C: 3mg (4%), Calcium: 171mg (17%), Iron: 0.4mg (2%)
Dene says
The directions have nothing to do with the ingredients. I’m sure it is good, but just wanted to let you know so you can fix it.
David Voss says
It was a hit. I was putting it together and thought “Man, this seems like a lot of toppings for not a lot of cream cheese…”, and was worried it would turn out ‘dry-ish’, but I was wrong. And it was delicious!
Julie says
Awesome! I’m so glad you loved it!
Nellie Tracy says
Such a great recipe! Perfect for summer barbecues!
Julie Evink says
We agree!
Karly says
Gosh, do I love this page. I cannot get over how amazing everything looks! This dip is totally irresistible.
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Julie Evink says
I’m sorry Rodney… I had an issue after switching to HTTPS… it should work now!
Joanne Oleson says
Quick and yummy for 20
Judy McKee says
Hi Julie, I love getting your recipes & wish I could make all of them, but I’m handicapped (& OLD) enough,that I can’t do most of them. I DO try some of the easier ones & since I live alone — I eat them also. Keep up the good work, I’m a FAN! Judy
Julie Evink says
Thanks for writing Judy!! I’m glad you can make some of them! If you lived by me I’d bring you all my recipes I test!