🥓🔥 Carnivore Creamy & Warm Bacon Dip
This Carnivore Creamy & Warm Bacon Dip is rich, cheesy, and loaded with crispy bacon—perfect for a high-protein, low-carb lifestyle. Whether you’re on a strict carnivore diet or just looking for a meaty, indulgent snack, this warm dip will blow your mind. It’s amazing served hot with pork rinds, beef sticks, or even spooned over steak or eggs!
📝 Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a tangier kick)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6–8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup beef broth or heavy cream (for thinning and flavor)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped cooked beef, sausage, or ground meat (optional for added meatiness)
👨🍳 Instructions:
- Preheat Oven
- Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) or preheat a small skillet over low heat if doing stovetop.
- Mix the Base
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, mozzarella, garlic powder (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Fold in Meats
- Stir in crumbled bacon and any additional meat (like ground beef or sausage).
- Add Broth or Cream
- Add a bit of beef broth or heavy cream to loosen the mixture slightly for easier dipping.
- Bake or Heat
- Transfer to a small baking dish or cast-iron skillet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until hot, bubbly, and golden around the edges.
OR heat on the stovetop over low heat until everything melts and combines.
- Garnish & Serve
- Optionally top with extra bacon or shredded cheese.
- Serve hot with pork rinds, hard-boiled eggs, grilled chicken strips, or just a spoon!
🍽️ Servings:
Serves 4–6 as a snack/dip.
Or 2 hungry carnivores for dinner 😄
🔍 Notes:
- For strict carnivores, skip garlic powder and sour cream (stick to just meat, cheese, broth).
- You can make this in advance and reheat—it actually tastes better the next day!
- Add chopped liver or pâté for a nutrient-dense version.
💡 Tips:
- Use a mix of sharp cheddar and smoky gouda for extra depth.
- Add bone marrow or beef tallow for extra richness and collagen.
- Make it spicier with crushed red pepper or chopped jalapeños (if tolerated).
🧾 Nutritional Info (per serving, based on 6 servings):
- Calories: ~310
- Protein: ~14g
- Fat: ~28g
- Carbs: ~2g (mostly from dairy—virtually zero net carbs)
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: <1g
🌿 Carnivore Benefits:
- High Protein & Fat: Satisfies appetite and supports muscle function.
- Zero refined carbs: Keeps blood sugar stable.
- Bacon & Cheese: High in essential fats, vitamins A, D, K2.
- Cream Cheese & Broth: Provide calcium, collagen, and gut-soothing compounds.
❓ Q&A:
Q: Can I make this dairy-free on a carnivore diet?
A: For strict dairy-free carnivore, use bone marrow and egg yolks instead of cheese and cream.
Q: What can I dip into this on a carnivore diet?
A: Pork rinds, beef jerky, chicken crisps, or spoon it over steak or eggs.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Yes, but texture may change slightly. Freeze in a small container and thaw in fridge before reheating.
Q: Is this keto too?
A: Yes! It’s ultra keto-friendly with almost zero carbs per serving.