Description
Pioneer woman bacon cheeseburger dip combines classic burger flavors in a creamy, indulgent appetizer. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly for a crowd-pleasing starter you’ll crave at game day gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 oz (680 g) ground sirloin
- 10 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 lb (454 g) cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz (227 g) grated cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp seasoned salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup (120 ml) ketchup
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mustard
- 2 tbsps ketchup
- 2 tbsps mustard
- 4 dashes worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsps minced garlic
- 18 frozen dinner rolls, thawed and risen
- 4 tbsps salted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ¼ cup pickle chips
- 1 tomato, diced
Instructions
- Bacon Preparation: Crisp bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden, then drain on paper towels and reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon fat.
- Meat Seasoning: Sauté ground sirloin in reserved bacon fat, seasoning with salt and pepper. Add ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce to create a savory meat mixture.
- Cheese Foundation: Layer softened cream cheese evenly in a round baking dish, top with half the Cheddar cheese, then spread the seasoned meat mixture across the surface.
- Layering and Topping: Sprinkle half the bacon pieces over the meat, then cover with remaining Cheddar cheese.
- Roll Preparation: Thaw dinner rolls and brush with garlic-infused melted butter, sprinkling sesame seeds on top for added texture.
- Baking Process: Place dip and rolls in a preheated 375°F oven, baking for 15-18 minutes until cheese bubbles and rolls turn golden brown.
- Final Garnish: Drizzle with ketchup and mustard, then top with remaining bacon bits, shredded lettuce, pickle chips, and diced tomatoes for a fresh, colorful finish.
Notes
- Bacon Preparation: Crisp bacon thoroughly to maximize flavor and create delightful crunch, ensuring even rendering prevents soggy texture.
- Meat Seasoning Strategy: Use generously seasoned salt and black pepper to build deep, robust burger-like taste profile throughout the dip.
- Cheese Layer Technique: Spread cream cheese evenly as foundational base to create smooth, rich consistency that binds ingredients perfectly.
- Serving Temperature Tip: Serve immediately after baking to enjoy maximum cheese meltiness and optimal temperature for dipping dinner rolls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg