By Becky Hardin
Published Dec 7, 2022
Hot Bacon Feta Dip scores an appetizer touchdown on game day–it’s easy, quick, and delicious. I have always loved feta and this is my favorite way to eat it!
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This Hot Bacon Feta Dip is the perfect complement to any sports game. It’s easy and quick and full of cheese. Those are my gameday appetizer requirements. But don’t save this dip til gameday, it’s great for any party, gathering, and a super treat for movie night!
Why You’ll Love This Hot Bacon Feta Dip
- Perfect for parties! A hot dip just ups the ante when it comes to delicious snacks. Besides, who doesn’t love a hot dip!?
- Addictively delicious. This really is a fave of mine– it’s so addictive! Tangy feta with pico de gallo and bacon is so good!
- Easy to make. Easy to prep and then pop in the oven for 20 – done!
Ingredients
- Cream cheese: I’ve tried low-fat and it works great and is still packed with flavor.
- Greek yogurt: I used plain Greek yogurt.
- Crumbled feta: Choose good-quality feta, so it melts well.
- Pico de gallo: Or you can use diced tomato.
- Bacon bits: Cooked and chopped.
- Rosemary: Fresh rosemary give the best flavor.
- Garnish: Diced tomato adds a fresh pop!
How to Make Hot Bacon Feta Dip
Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions!
- Place all of the ingredients–cream cheese, Greek yogurt, crumbled feta, pico de gallo, bacon, and rosemary–in a large bowl.
- Combine well. I recommend an electric hand mixer to do a thorough job.
- Spread the mixture into a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes–till the cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with extra chopped tomatoes and serve with chips or veggies for dipping.
How Easy Is This to Make?
This Hot Bacon Feta Dip is the perfect complement to any sports game. It’s easy and quick–just mix and bake–and full of cheese. Those are my gameday appetizer requirements. You only need six ingredients and it makes a substantial batch!
Does Feta Cheese Melt?
You may be wondering if Feta cheese melts, since it’s not your classic melty cheese. Well, the answer is no, feta doesn’t melt the way some cheeses, like say, mozzarella do. But therein lies the magic! The feta gets very soft and is perfect as a dip or spread. And also, unlike melted mozzarella, feta doesn’t become stringy or hard once it starts to cool.
What Should I Serve With This Dip?
This Hot Bacon Feta Dip is perfect with pita chips, pretzels, crackers… you name it. Toasty bread? Oh yeah, that would be delicious too! Yum!
This hot bacon feta dip is sure to be a hit at any party! Creamy, warm, and so easy to make, there’s no reason not to serve it.
Check out the other delicious dips
- Loaded Rotel Dip (Velveeta Cheese Dip!)
- Bacon Spinach Dip
- Whipped Feta Dip
- Pepperoni Pizza Dip
- Mexican Street Corn Dip Recipe (Hot Mexican Corn Dip)
- Easy Beer Cheese Dip Recipe (Beer Cheese Spread)
- Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
- Crockpot Corn Dip
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
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- ▢ 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese softened
- ▢ 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ▢ 12 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- ▢ 1 cup pico de gallo or diced tomato
- ▢ 1/2 cup cooked and chopped bacon bits
- ▢ 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
- ▢ diced tomato for garnish
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Using an electric mixer, combine all of the ingredients until well blended.
- Spread the mixture into a small casserole dish.
- Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned
- Top with chopped tomatoes for garnish.
- Serve warm with pita chips, toasty bread, pretzel chips, or crackers.
Becky’s Tips
Becky’s Tips
- When mixing, make sure the cream cheese is at room temp and softened, so it blends well.
- An electric mixer will do a better job of mixing the ingredients.
- For more of a Mediterranean vibe, bake some sliced pita bread for dipping.
- Choose a spicier pico de gallo if you want more of a kick to the dip.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Hot Bacon Feta Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese softened
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 12 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup pico de gallo or diced tomato
- 1/2 cup cooked and chopped bacon bits
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
- diced tomato for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Using an electric mixer, combine all of the ingredients until well blended.
- Spread the mixture into a small casserole dish.
- Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned
- Top with chopped tomatoes for garnish.
- Serve warm with pita chips, toasty bread, pretzel chips, or crackers.
Video
Notes
Becky’s Tips
- When mixing, make sure the cream cheese is at room temp and softened, so it blends well.
- An electric mixer will do a better job of mixing the ingredients.
- For more of a Mediterranean vibe, bake some sliced pita bread for dipping.
- Choose a spicier pico de gallo if you want more of a kick to the dip.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
