Bacon & Cream Cheese Stuffed Doritos Recipe: The Ultimate Snack Hack
Get ready for the ultimate snack hack! These Bacon & Cream Cheese Stuffed Doritos are crispy, cheesy, and packed with smoky bacon flavor. Perfect for game-day gatherings, parties, or just a fun treat, this quick and easy recipe will have everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-7 minutes
- Total Time: 15-20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 bag Nacho Cheese Doritos (or preferred flavor)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Sour cream or ranch (optional, for dipping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, bacon, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Stuff the Doritos:
- Take a Dorito chip and carefully break open a corner.
- Using a small spoon or piping bag, fill the chip with the cheese mixture.
- Gently press to close and repeat with remaining Doritos.
- Bake or Air Fry for Extra Crispiness:
- Oven Method: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Place stuffed Doritos on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes.
- Air Fryer Method: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Air-fry for 3-5 minutes until crispy.
- Serve & Enjoy:
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Pair with sour cream, ranch dressing, or guacamole for dipping.
Notes
- Use thicker Doritos flavors like Nacho Cheese or Cool Ranch for better structure.
- Avoid overstuffing to prevent cracking.
- Refrigerate the filling for 10 minutes before stuffing for easier handling.
- Store leftover filling in the fridge for up to 2 days.