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Loaded Baked Potato Dip
This loaded baked potato dip combines all of the fantastic flavors of a classic loaded baked potato – sour cream, bacon, cheese and scallions. Scoop away with potato chips!
For the longest time, the only way I ever made a baked potato was in the microwave. Sometimes you just can’t argue with quick and easy, right? Well, once I started baking them in the oven, there was no turning back for me – baked potato perfection! I typically keep it fairly simple when I have baked potatoes and usually top them with butter, salt and a lot of pepper. However, there really is nothing better than a loaded baked potato when you’re feeling the urge to splurge. A steaming hot baked potato topped with mounds of sour cream, bacon, cheese, and chives. This is heaven for most of us carbaholics (and cheese and bacon fanatics) – so much goodness!
Now imagine everything that is awesome about a loaded baked potato and throw it into a dip that you can scoop up with potato chips. A favorite meal/side dish instantly became one of my favorite appetizers – behold the loaded baked potato dip!
While it takes a little bit of patience to wait for a baked potato in the oven, this dip definitely satisfies my quick and easy soft spot for microwave baked potatoes. This loaded baked potato dip contains only four ingredients, and it can easily be made in less than 15 minutes. It’s one of the most outstanding dips I’ve ever chowed down on… supremely addictive.
I’ve made this countless times over the last handful of years and each and every time it’s met with oooh’s and ahhh’s. When people ask what’s in it, no one can believe how simple it is to make. Keep this recipe on hand for an easy party dip – it’s great for everything from the Super Bowl to a casual get together and summer picnics!
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This loaded baked potato dip combines all of the fantastic flavors of a classic loaded baked potato - sour cream, bacon, cheese and scallions. Scoop away with potato chips!
Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld together. Garnish with extra shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions. Serve with your favorite potato chips or pretzel crisps.
Dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving if it has been refrigerated for longer than an hour. Nutritional values are based on one serving Calories: 401kcal
Fat: 37g
Saturated fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 87mg
Sodium: 503mg
Potassium: 200mg
Carbohydrates: 2g
Sugar: 1g
Protein: 13g
Vitamin A: 685%
Vitamin C: 1.1%
Calcium: 271%
Iron: 0.5%
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This recipe was originally published on January 31, 2012.
Love this dip? Here are a few of my other favorites:
Jalapeno Popper Dip: Spicy, creamy, cheesy and a crunchy topping!
Spinach Dip: So easy and delicious – you wouldn’t even know it’s on the healthy side!
Slow Cooker Spicy Beef Queso Dip: Best. Queso. EVER!
Will try this for game day party. How would chopped, cooked mushrooms affect dip? Icky color? Too much moisture? Thanks for recipe!
As long as they’re already cooked I don’t think moisture would be an issue!
I used your recipe and it made an amazing dip, then i decided I would actually add real potato and it made an awesome potato salad mixture, so not only does it make an amazing can’t stop eating dip but if you want a good loaded potato salad add real potatoes, everyone requests both types when i go to an event now😁💜
I’ve been making your loaded potato dip recipe for several years now. It’s become a family favorite!! I use dried chives instead of green onions (personal preference) and always have to make a double batch, if not triple. I’ve also used other shredded cheese blends as well with great success. We also have used the dip as a topping for baked potatoes….YUM!! Very versatile recipe!! Thanks for a family favorite!!
How long do I bake it and on what temperature do I bake it????
HI Shawne, You don’t bake it, you serve it cold.
what do i put the honey on
There is no honey in this recipe?
I make this dip for most every family gathering or party. It’s become a family favorite. It’s requested often and never any leftovers when I make it. I typically make a double batch.
This recipe says four ingredients but is there potatoes in this recipe?
Hi Cheryl, No, you use potato chips to dip – that’s the potato!
I don’t see potatoes on the list. How many potatoes do you use?
Ignore my previous comment. I guess it is strictly a dip, and the chips are the potato! lol
Great recipe ideas!
I just made this and it’s absolutely delicious! Thank you so much for the recipe!
Thinking of taking it to a party. How long can this dip sit out. As for me, ill b making it at 3pm, put in fridge for 1 hr. Then off i go to party, and it wont be served till 5pm. Is that to long?
Hi Cecili, I’ve left it out for an entire afternoon at a party, so your timeline above would be perfectly fine! Enjoy!
I used swiss cheese instead of cheddar for this recipe. I whipped it up for a baby shower and everyone absolutely loved it! Thanks so much for sharing this.
I made this for a party yesterday, it was a big hit! I made it the night before, which I think helped the flavors meld together.
This looks so delicious! I could just dive into this!
Kari
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Looks like a great recipe and I can’t wait to make it, but I just thought you should know that if you have to refrigerate for an hour before serving, then the total time is 70 minutes, not the 10 minutes you have listed. It should read 10 minutes prep time, 70 minutes total time. Otherwise someone is going to start making this 10 minutes before their guests show up and not realize until too late that everyone is going to be hungry for an hour. Please fix.
Why don’t you read the recipe again before getting an attitude? The dip can be served as soon as it’s made. It only needs refrigerated if making ahead of time.
We loved this potato :) I made it for a party – a family party they all loved it. Thank you
Would it be bad if I ate a whole bowl of this on my own???
Big hit at work!
Made this dip for staff Christmas party. Taste amazing, but is soooo think. Chips were breaking in the dip bowl. Ended up having to use a spoon to kind of spread it in a chip to eat. Did I do something wrong or is it suppose to be this thick. What should I do to make it more “dip able” and less think?
Sorry: less thick
Hi Julie, If it’s too hard, simply take it out of the refrigerator 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving to allow it to soften up and be more “dippable”.
do you mix bacon in too or just put it on top?
Hi Rachel, Yes, per the instructions, mix all of the ingredients together, then garnish with extra cheese, bacon and scallions if you’d like.
This is my FAVORITE dip to make for a party! Everyone who tries it, loves it! Thanks so much for this recipe. It’s a great idea and it is soooo delicious.
I make this for pretty much any and every party or potluck I go to! Everyone goes crazy over it and I ALWAYS get asked for the recipe. This dip will increase your popularity greatly! ;)
Sounds great. Gonna make for Super Bowl party. I am gonna serve with potato skins. Excited to serve it
If you replace the sour cream with 0% fat plain greek yogurt, it tastes exactly the same, with no fat and added protein! (not that the other ingredients don’t add fat :) But this helps!) Make sure and get the thick and creamy kinds of plain greek yogurt (like Chobani or Fage) instead of the thinner kinds (Oikos or such).
Could you substitute the sharp cheddar with mild please? I have a load of mild cheddar that I wanted to get rid of, was wondering whether it would turn out OK anyway. Thanks
Hi Kelly, Yes, that would work! Enjoy!