Boat Dip
This Boat Dip recipe with cream cheese, Rotel, ranch, and taco seasoning went viral on TikTok for good reason! It's a creamy, cheesy, flavorful dip that's perfect for summer snacking.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 8 oz sour cream
- 1 pack taco seasoning
- 1 pack ranch seasoning mix
- 10 oz Rotel tomatoes & green chilies (thoroughly drained)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to blend the cream cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning, and ranch seasoning mix.
- Fold in Rotel and shredded cheddar with a large spatula.
- Chill for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight) before serving.
Notes
- Dry the Rotel: Pat tomatoes dry with a paper towel after draining. This is the secret to a thick dip that isn't watery.
- Soften Cream Cheese: Use room-temperature cream cheese to ensure a silky-smooth base without tiny white lumps.
- Fold by Hand: Use a spatula for the cheese and Rotel. Over-mixing with a hand mixer will turn the dip into a pink mush.
- Chill for Flavor: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. This allows the dried seasonings to "bloom" and fully develop the flavor.
- Use Sturdy Chips: Serve with Fritos Scoops or kettle chips. Thin tortilla chips will snap under the weight of this thick dip.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days. Give it a quick stir if any liquid settles after sitting.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 225kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 1012mgPotassium: 203mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 927IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 339mgIron: 1mg
