An incredibly easy and delicious Bacon and Onion Dip recipe, perfect for taking along to an upcoming party or gathering – plus it only takes minutes to prepare!
This Bacon and Onion Dip has been one of those recipes I’ve come back to time and time again. It’s creamy, savoury, and always a crowd-pleaser. I recently made it while watching the footy finals when all my kids came over, and it disappeared in no time! It’s perfect on a grazing platter with crackers, carrot and celery sticks, or slices of crusty bread.
I love that it’s made with ingredients I usually have on hand, and it only takes minutes to bring together. Whether you’re hosting friends, taking a plate to a barbecue, or just want a savoury snack for the fridge, this dip is so simple and delicious.
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Bacon and Onion Dip
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped 6 rashers shortcut bacon, 1 onion, and 1 garlic, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the bacon is golden and the onion has softened.
- Transfer the bacon mixture to a plate lined with paper towel to drain and cool slightly.
- In a medium bowl, combine 100 g sour cream, 250 g cream cheese, and 1 handful chives. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Stir the cooled bacon and onion mixture into the creamy base, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon into a serving bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Keep your Bacon and Onion Dip covered in the fridge until you’re ready to serve. It will last for up to 3–4 days. I find it tastes even better the next day as the flavours have time to develop.
If you want to get ahead, cook the bacon and onion mix earlier in the day and refrigerate. Then, just stir everything together before your guests arrive.
This dip pairs beautifully with crunchy vegetable sticks, crackers, or even as a spread inside sandwiches or wraps for a punch of flavour.
12 comments
Made this today too. It’s a huge amount!
Enough for a crowd!
Hi Katrina, jut wondering how long this would keep in the fridge and whether it is freezable?
Love your work!
Cheers,
Kara
Hi Kara, I have kept it in the fridge for about 5 -7 days. I have never frozen it only because i think it would separate once it was defrosted.
I just made this for the adults table at my three year old’s party this weekend – it’s fantastic! I used Parma ham instead of bacon and it worked a treat! Thank you for the recipe x
So glad you enjoyed it, it’s one of my favourites… who am I kidding I love any kinda dip!!
BACON AND ONION DIP is the best item to serve in any occation.
Couldn’t agree more! 🙂
Delicious, Thankyou!
My absolute pleasure! Kat x
Love the dip. I usually make the Million Dollar dip which is a famous dip but this version is a little lighter with the cream cheese. I added 1/2 cup of grated cheddar and finely sliced spring onions. Now it’s a combo of the 2 dips. Tastes ? amazing.
Ooo that sounds lovely! Thank you for sharing this feedback with me Monika 🙂 Kat x