Description
Sizzling bourbon bbq bacon cheeseburger dip delivers comfort and flavor in one irresistible appetizer. Rich layers of smoky bacon, melted cheese, and tangy bourbon barbecue sauce invite guests to dive into this crowd-pleasing party starter.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats and Proteins:
- ½ lb (225 g) ground beef
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
Cheeses:
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (120 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (60 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
Sauces and Additional Ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 g) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
- ½ cup (120 ml) BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon bourbon
- ¼ cup (60 g) pickles, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Instructions
- Render the ground beef in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat, breaking down the meat into fine crumbles while seasoning with salt and pepper. Drain any excess grease to prevent a fatty texture.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, whip the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until achieving a velvety, homogeneous consistency that promises a luxurious base for the dip.
- Incorporate the caramelized ground beef, crisp bacon fragments, tangy bourbon-infused BBQ sauce, sharp cheddar, and melty mozzarella into the creamy foundation. Gently fold the ingredients to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Prepare the oven by preheating to 375F, creating an ideal environment for transforming the mixture into a bubbling, golden-topped delicacy. Transfer the mixture into a well-greased baking vessel, ensuring an even spread.
- Position the dip in the heated oven, allowing it to metamorphose for 20-25 minutes. Watch for the telltale signs of readiness: a gently bronzed surface and enticing bubbling around the edges.
- Extract the dip from the oven and embellish with remaining bacon bits, briny pickle fragments, and verdant green onion slivers. Present immediately alongside crisp tortilla chips, toasted bread points, or fresh vegetable crudités for an irresistible appetizer experience.
Notes
- Trim excess fat from ground beef for a leaner dip that doesn’t become overly greasy.
- Let cream cheese soften at room temperature to ensure smooth, lump-free mixing.
- Experiment with different bourbon varieties to customize the depth of flavor in the dip.
- For a gluten-free version, serve with gluten-free chips or vegetable sticks instead of traditional bread or tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg