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Layered Ranch Dip Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Layered Ranch Dip is a creamy, flavorful appetizer perfect for any gathering. Featuring a smooth base of cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch dressing mix, it’s topped with layers of cheddar cheese, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, black olives, green onions, and crispy bacon. Served chilled with tortilla chips or veggies, it’s an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix

Toppings

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes (roma or grape)
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon (optional)

For Serving

  • Tortilla chips or fresh veggies

Instructions

  1. Make the Creamy Ranch Base: In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch dressing mix until smooth and creamy. Using a hand mixer can help achieve a super fluffy texture.
  2. Assemble the Layers: Spread the ranch base evenly in the bottom of a shallow serving dish or pie plate.
  3. Add Cheese Layer: Evenly layer the shredded cheddar cheese over the ranch base.
  4. Add Lettuce: Spread a layer of shredded lettuce over the cheese.
  5. Add Tomatoes: Sprinkle the chopped tomatoes evenly on top of the lettuce layer.
  6. Add Final Toppings: Top with sliced black olives (if using), chopped green onions, and crispy bacon crumbles to finish the layers.
  7. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled dip for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and layers set. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon.
  • You can prepare the base a day ahead for easier assembly.
  • Use fresh veggies for a crisp texture contrast.
  • Optional ingredients like olives and bacon add extra flavor but can be excluded based on preference or dietary needs.
  • Keep the dip chilled to maintain freshness and texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

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