Crock Pot Hamburger Dip
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Planning a party and need an easy chip dip? Make this delicious Hamburger Dip in your crock pot! It’s the best and will be gone first. Cheesy dip with hamburger that pairs perfectly with tortilla chips. Anytime you need an easy appetizer recipe this will be your go-to!
What’s a more classic appetizer than crock pot cheesy hamburger dip? I can’t think of anything! This easy recipe makes the best game-day appetizer. But you don’t have to wait for game day to make this creamy dip! Hamburger dip is great for parties, holiday gatherings, weekend snacking, and even as a quick way to make a plate of nachos.
I mean, crunchy tortilla chips covered in cheesy hamburger dip with a dollop of guacamole and maybe some extra taco meat sounds like the best plate of nachos. If you need an easy classic app that you can turn to at a moment’s notice, then this recipe is great to have in your back pocket. With the perfect ratio of flavorful ground beef and pork to cheesy dip, this hamburger dip recipe is the best out there!
Why You’ll Love Crock Pot Cheesy Hamburger Dip
- This is a fabulous make-ahead recipe. Just prep everything and throw it into the crockpot. While it cooks and heats in the slow cooker, you can prep other appetizers or go about your day!
- Crock pot cheesy hamburger dip is completely customizable. You can make this dip extra spice, or turn down the kick if needed. Add any extra ingredients you want, or swap other ingredients if you prefer!
- Dips like these are great for a self-serve appetizer for parties and get-togethers. Just set out chips and have a ladle for the dip and guest can serve themselves.
Ingredients for Crock Pot Hamburger Dip
- Ground beef – For the least greasy results, use a more lean ground beef. If you use ground beef that cooks off a lot of fat, be sure to drain it very well so that your finished dip is not greasy.
- Hot Jimmy Dean sausage – The hot sausage really makes all the difference here. However, if you do not want your dip to be too spicy then instead of the spicy sausage you can use mild or regular sausage.
- Mild salsa – A mild salsa will help keep the heat level at the perfect level. If you’d like this dip to have more kick then go ahead and use a spicy salsa or add in chili powder.
- Cream of mushroom soup – Before you turn your nose up at cream of mushroom soup in cheesy hamburger dip, just trust me. The flavor and creaminess is second to none.
- Velveeta Cheese – The classic ingredient to make the cheesiest and most creamy dip ever.
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How to Make Crock Pot Cheesy Hamburger Dip
Start on the stovetop, cooking the ground beef and ground pork in a large skillet. Then drain off the grease making sure that you get as much grease out of the meat as possible.
Pour the cooked meat into the crock pot. Then add the cubed Velveeta, salsa, and cream of mushroom soup to the crock pot as well.
Cook on low for 2-3 hours, or until the cheese is melted. Stir occasionally to ensure all ingredients are well combined and heated thoroughly.
Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!
How to Store Leftover Crock Pot Hamburger Dip
Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and the dip cool before storing it in the fridge or freezer.
FRIDGE: Place leftover dip in the fridge and store for up to 3 days.
FREEZER: Leftover crock pot cheesy hamburger dip can also be frozen! Freeze in an airtight container for about 2 months and allow to thaw in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Leftover Cheesy Hamburger Dip
It is important to only reheat small servings at a time if you don’t plan to eat all of your leftovers at once. Cheese dip can only be reheated once. Reheat in the crock pot, on the stove top, or in the microwave until warmed through.
What to Serve with Crock Pot Hamburger Dip
While I like to simply serve this dip with tortilla chips or even crackers it can be paired with a variety of different things! Drizzle it over tacos and nachos, or even pair it with a big juicy hamburger.
You can also dip veggies like bell peppers and cucumbers in hamburger dip! If tortilla chips aren’t your thing, then serve this dip with pita chips or potato chips. You could even make some killer loaded fries by serving a big scoop of dip over some crispy air fryer french fries to make nacho fries.
Can I use rotel instead of salsa?
If you would rather use rotel, that is perfectly fine. However, your dip may end up a little more chunky so just keep that in mind. If you are looking for Rotel Dip make sure to check out this recipe!
Can I heat my crock pot cheesy hamburger dip on high instead of low?
I do not recommend heating this dip on the high setting of your slow cooker. It may seem like it would speed up the process, but often it can scald the cheese and bit and make it stick to the sides of the crock pot. Low and slow wins the game!
Pro Tips for the Best Slow Cooker Hamburger Dip
- To kick up the spice, use sliced jalapeños, spicy salsa/rotel, or any other spicy kick that will add some heat.
- You can make taco dip if you want. Simply mix taco seasoning into the meat before adding it into the crock pot!
- For ease of serving at a party, use a ladle so guests can easily scoop a hefty portion of dip onto their plates.
I hope you love this deliciously creamy and cheesy crock pot hamburger dip!
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Crock Pot Hamburger Dip
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Velveeta cubed
- 10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup
- 16 ounces mild salsa
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Hot Jimmy Dean Sausage
Instructions
- In a large skillet cook ground beef, drain off grease.
- Mix all ingredients together in large crock pot.
- Cook on low for 2-3 hours or until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally.
- Serve with tortilla chips.
Debbie Caraballo says
Julie, don’t worry about this dip’s name. It’s perfect! We’ve been making this dip for many years and have never called it Rotel. Rotel is an ingredient! And I don’t use it, I use the salsa like you do!
Julie Evink says
Thanks!! Salsa all the way 😉
Francine says
Can I use something other then cram of mushroom soup?
Scott says
Could probably use almost any cream of X soup – cream of chicken, cream of cheese…. just helps to provide some salt, and thickening ingredients to the dish.
Barb says
Cream of onoon or celery would be great I bet.
Janet says
I use the large block of velveeta… 1 jar salsa, 1 can enchilada sauce, 1 onion, 2 lb ground beef
Julie Evink says
Great way to make it too!
Christina says
Ha ha that rotel dip story is funny and crazy at the same time! We don’t have rotel here so cheeseburger dip is a great name
Julie Evink says
It truly is! You just never can guess the next thing that will happen in the online world!
Bobbie E. says
The hamburger separator is from Pampered Chef, I don’t care for it but my sister-in-law loves it.
Noreen says
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Julie Evink says
Yes! We did that 🙂
Heather says
Great recipe !! It tasted great !! I’m visiting family and don’t have access to a crockpot in the house we rented. Is it possible to make without crockpot ??
Julie Evink says
Yes you should be able to make it on the stove top in a large pan!
Leona says
Where can you find that meat Masher/separator?
Bonnie Sher said an says
Pampered Chef! It’s an awesome tool. I use it to combine grnd beef and grnd pork for meat loaf also.
Melissa says
What size crockpot do you recommend for this recipe?
Julie Evink says
A five or 6 quart
Kelly says
How large of a crock pot does this fill? I am making this this weekend and I need to know if I should double or triple the recipe. Thank you!!
Kendale says
Velveeta, spicey rotelle, 1 lb hot Jimmy Dean
Dean breakfast sausage, 1/4 cup of milk, garlic
Powder and salt and pepper, the best dip ever and
No need for cream of mushroom soup.
Britney Thayer says
whats a good sub for the velvetta cheese? we do not like the test of it.
Julie Evink says
You really need the Velveeta due to the way it melts in this recipe! Not sure if a Nacho Cheese Condensed Soup would maybe work too?
Susan Manns Brewer says
Add a can of Rotel..original or spicy and it’s amazing!!!
Erika says
We’ve been eating this for more than 20 years at family get togethers. We always called it Duke Dip after the guy who first made it. So good.
Laura says
This dip is delicious. Made it for a new years eve party and it was a raging success! Thank you for sharing!!
T says
Wondering what could replace the cream of mushroom in this? We have an allergy to mushrooms, but really want to try this recipe!!
ZACH says
http://www.centercutcook.com/cream-soup-substitute/
THIS HAS A REPLACEMENT CHOICE BUT TAKES A LITTLE LONGER TO MAKE THE DISH, NOT SURIF IT WOLD WORK WITH THIS DISH… MEANING TASTE.
Perry says
My wife is allergic to mushrooms also, anything that calls for cream of mushroom we always use cream of celery, works out great !
Bette says
Try using creamy onion soup mix. Some in my family don’t care for mushrooms, but enjoy dips made with cry of onion instead.
John price says
Use a block of cream cheese
MLea Harp says
You don’t have to use anything….. we’ve made this for years…..if it seems too thick, you can add some milk to thin -a little at a time –
Karly says
Oh hey, just me again… totally cannot stay away from your page. And every time I do leave, I leave drooling! Talk about success! 🙂 This looks so darn tasty… perfect for lazy football Sundays or family parties!