Description
Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Doritos is a savory and indulgent snack that combines crispy bacon, creamy cheese filling, and crunchy Doritos. This crowd-pleasing appetizer is perfect for game day, parties, or whenever you crave a flavorful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
Toppings
- 6 slices bacon
Base
- 1 bag Doritos
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed Doritos.
- Cook Bacon: Cook 6 slices of bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, which usually takes about 8-10 minutes.
- Drain Bacon Grease: Transfer cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease, ensuring a crisp texture.
- Crush Bacon: Once cooled slightly, crumble the bacon into small pieces for topping.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, soften 8 ounces of cream cheese using a spoon or electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add Cheddar Cheese: Mix in 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese until fully incorporated into the cream cheese.
- Incorporate Green Onions: Stir 1/4 cup chopped green onions into the cream cheese mixture for fresh flavor.
- Add Ranch Seasoning: Add 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning and blend well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
- Open Doritos Bag: Carefully open the bag of Doritos, making sure to keep the chips intact for stuffing.
- Stuff Doritos: Using a small spoon or gently squeezing, fill each Dorito chip with the cream cheese mixture, ensuring the filling is well distributed.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the stuffed Doritos on a baking sheet in a single layer without overlapping to allow even baking.
- Top with Bacon: Sprinkle the crumbled bacon pieces evenly over the stuffed Doritos for added texture and flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the edges of the Doritos begin to brown and crisp.
- Cool Slightly: Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute or two to set the filling.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, flavorful stuffed Doritos as a delicious snack or appetizer.
Notes
- Be careful when stuffing the Doritos to prevent breaking the chips.
- Use different flavored Doritos for unique variations, such as Cool Ranch or Nacho Cheese.
- For extra cheesiness, add a sprinkle of additional cheddar cheese on top before baking.
- These stuffed Doritos are best enjoyed fresh and warm.
- You can prepare the cream cheese mixture ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to use.
