Hot Chipped Beef Dip
Some dips are made to mingle quietly at the snack table, but not Hot Chipped Beef Dip! It shows up with bold, retro flavor, and steals the show with a creamy, savory bite. It’s melty, hearty, and just the right amount of salty thanks to the main ingredient, dried chipped beef. Perfect for game day, holiday parties, and barbecue cookouts!
Get the Scoop!
- Super Easy: You’re basically mixing, baking, and digging in.
- Make-ahead friendly: Prep it earlier in the day, store it in the fridge, then bake when the crowd gets hangry.
- Fan Favorite: Salty beef, creamy cheese, and a hint of Worcestershire? It’s a triple treat!
Why This Recipe Works
I’ve been making this dried beef dip since I was knee high to a grasshopper (as they say in the south). It works because of the combination of creamy and salty flavors that are enhanced by a dash of yellow mustard. The mustard is the secret ingredient that sets this recipe apart!
Serve it with other savory appetizers like Beer Cheese Pretzel Dip and this chunky Fiesta Corn Dip for a display your guests will rave over. Sweeten things up with this Caramel Apple Dip that’s perfect for fall, and the party favorite, Peanut Butter Dip, that goes great with salty spreads.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s what you’ll need to make this baked chipped beef dip. For quantities, see the recipe card below.
- Dried chipped beef – chopped, measure after chopping; Armour or Hormel brand works best. It’s usually found in a glass jar in the canned meats section.
- Green onions – chopped, save a few for garnish!
- Full-fat cream cheese – softened, don’t skimp on the fat, it makes it ultra creamy.
- Sour cream – adds tang and keeps the dip smooth.
- Yellow mustard – don’t skip this, it adds just the right zing
- Garlic powder
- Worcestershire sauce
Garnish: Additional chopped green onions
Dippers: Ritz crackers (classic pairing, but feel to add your favorite dippers to the mix)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cream the base: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using a hand or stand mixer. Mix in sour cream and yellow mustard. Scrape down the sides and blend again until fully combined.
- Get chunky: Add the chopped beef, green onions, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Blend just until mixed, don’t overdo it. You want a little texture.
- Bake it: Spread the dip into a 9×13 inch baking dish. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden on the edges.
- Serve it up: Garnish with extra green onions and serve hot with plenty of Ritz crackers.
Favorite Dippers
- Ritz crackers
- Kettle chips
- Sliced baguette or crostini
- Celery sticks or bell pepper strips
Variations
- Spicy Kick: Add a dash of hot sauce or some chopped pickled jalapeños.
- Extra cheesy: Mix in a handful of shredded cheddar for a cheesy upgrade.
- Fresh Herbs: Swap garlic powder for a teaspoon of fresh minced garlic and add a little chopped parsley.
Debi’s Dip Tips
- Don’t skip softening the cream cheese, it’s the key to a smooth dip.
- Double the batch if you’re feeding a crowd. This dip disappears fast.
- Want to prep ahead? Assemble everything, refrigerate, and bake when ready.
Recipe FAQ
If you’re halving the recipe, use an 8×8 or smaller baking dish.
Technically, yes, but it’s definitely best served hot and melty.
You can use very thinly sliced deli beef in a pinch, but the flavor won’t be quite the same. Stick with Armour or Hormel if you can.
Storage Guide
Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 325°F until warmed through, or zap a scoop in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.
This spread can be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving and reheat in the microwave or 325ºF oven until warm throughout.
Hot Chipped Beef Dip
*See notes in post for detailed tips, photos and instructions.
Equipment
- hand mixer
- baking dish
Ingredients
- ½ cup dried chipped beef - chopped (measure after chopping)
- 3 green onions - chopped (save a few for garnish)
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 Tablespoon yellow mustard
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Cream the base: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using a hand or stand mixer. Mix in sour cream and yellow mustard. Scrape down the sides and blend again until fully combined.
- Get chunky: Add the chopped beef, green onions, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Blend just until mixed, don’t overdo it. You want a little texture.
- Bake it: Spread the dip into a 9×13 inch baking dish. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden on the edges.
- Serve it up: Garnish with extra green onions and serve hot with plenty of Ritz crackers or other dippers.
Notes
- Don’t skip softening the cream cheese, it’s the key to a smooth dip.
- Double the batch if you’re feeding a crowd. This dip disappears fast.
- Want to prep ahead? Assemble everything, refrigerate, and bake when ready.
Nutrition
*Nutrition info is an auto generated estimate.
