Description
Crispy, creamy, and loaded with flavor, these Easy Cream Cheese Bacon Stuffed Doritos are a no-bake party appetizer perfect for Game Day, quick gatherings, or budget-friendly entertaining.
Ingredients
1 bag (275 g) Doritos, any flavor
1 package (227 g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Cook 6 slices of bacon until crispy using your preferred method skillet, oven, or microwave. Drain on paper towel, cool completely, then crumble.
2. In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth. Microwave briefly if needed.
3. Sort through the Doritos and gently create pockets in the largest chips without fully breaking them.
4. Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a piping bag (or zip-top with snipped corner), or use a spoon. Fill each Dorito with 1–2 teaspoons of the mixture.
5. Arrange the filled Doritos in a single layer on a tray. Do not overlap. Chill for 20 minutes so the filling firms up.
6. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped chives. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Avoid sitting out for too long.
Notes
Use your favorite Doritos flavor Nacho Cheese and Cool Ranch both work well.
For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of chili flakes to the filling.
Make ahead tip: Fill the chips and chill them up to 4 hours in advance before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed Doritos
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Easy Cream Cheese Bacon Stuffed Doritos, No-Bake Appetizers, High-Protein Party Snacks, Budget-Friendly Appetizers for Parties, Doritos Recipes