Creamy Sausage Cheese Dip
by Sommer Collier — last updated on Dec 1, 2024 
Creamy Sausage Cheese Dip – This irresistible dip is made with sausage, cream cheese, sour cream, and sharp cheddar for the ultimate indulgence. Served in a hollowed-out sourdough bread bowl, this dip is perfect for scooping and sharing, making it a must-have appetizer for your next party!
Why We Love This Sausage Cream Cheese Dip
A hot, creamy holiday dip is the perfect complement to a large round sourdough loaf. You get to use the loaf as both the vessel for serving and the method of dipping. Cut a deep core out of the center of the loaf. Twist to detach it. Then, cut the core into cubes for dipping. Once the bread cubes are all used up, you simply rip saturated chunks off the side of the loaf, until both the loaf and the dip are gone.
This sausage dip is heavenly straight out of the hot skillet. However, it stays just as nice and silky at room temperature, making it a great sit-out party snack for potlucks, drop-in Christmas parties, the Super Bowl, or spring events!
Ingredients You Need
- Pork sausage – or turkey sausage
- Cream cheese – or Neufchatel for a lower-fat option
- Sour cream – adds a tangy flavor
- Shredded sharp cheddar cheese – freshly shredded for better melting
- Chopped green chilies – mild or spicy
- Green onions – chopped
- Sourdough bread loaf – homemade or store-bought
How to Make Sausage Cheese Dip
- Using a serrated knife, cut a deep well in the center of the bread loaf. Cut deep enough that you have a large bread “core” to cut and use for dipping, but make sure the bottom of the loaf is still intact, to use as a vessel to hold the dip. Cut the core into chunks. Set the bread bowl on a platter and arrange the bread chunks around it.
- In a large skillet, brown the pork sausage over medium heat on the stovetop. Use a wooden spoon to break the sausage into small pieces while cooking.
- Once cooked, add the cream cheese to the skillet and move around the pan until fully melted.
- Once the cream cheese has melted, stir in the sour cream, sharp cheddar, and green chiles in their juices. Allow the mixture to bubble and melt. Then stir until smooth.
- Mix in 1/3 cup of chopped green onions. Pour the hot sausage cheese dip into the bread bowl, then sprinkle the remaining green onions over the top. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Get the Complete (Printable) Creamy Sausage Cheese Dip Below. Enjoy!
Tips and Tricks
- Use full-fat cream cheese: For the creamiest dip, opt for full-fat cream cheese, which will melt smoother and add richness.
- Control the heat: Choose mild or spicy green chiles based on your preferred heat level, or mix both for a balanced kick.
- Shred your own cheese: Freshly shredded sharp cheddar melts better and gives a smoother texture compared to pre-shredded cheese.
- Serve with extra dipping options: Besides the sourdough bread, offer chips, crackers, or veggie sticks for variety and added crunch.
- Make ahead: Prepare the dip a day in advance and refrigerate it. Just warm it up in the oven or microwave before serving!
Frequently Asked Questions
You can store the leftover dip outside of the bread bowl, in an airtight container in the refrigerator, for up to 5 days. You can reheat it over the stovetop or in the microwave.
This sausage cream cheese dip goes well with many other types of scooping foods. For example, you can use tortilla chips, crackers, celery, carrots, bell peppers, or potato chips, or corn chips like Fritos.
Looking for More Party Pleasers? Be Sure to Try:
- Smoked Salmon Dip
- Cream Cheese Caramel Apple Dip
- Homemade Cheese Spread
- French Onion Dip
- 3-Ingredient Magic Taco Dip
- Stovetop Jalapeno Popper Dip
- Hot Smoked Pimento Cheese Dip
Get the Complete (Printable) Creamy Sausage Cheese Dip Below. Enjoy!
Creamy Sausage Cheese Dip
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound pork sausage
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 4 ounces chopped green chiles, mild or spicy
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Large, round sourdough bread loaf
Instructions
- Using a serrated knife, cut a deep well in the center of the bread loaf. Cut deep enough that you have a large bread “core” to cut and use for dipping, but make sure the bottom of the loaf is still intact, to use as a vessel to hold the dip. Cut the core into chunks. Set the bread bowl on a platter and arrange the bread chunks around it.
- In a large skillet, brown the pork sausage over medium heat. Use a wooden spoon to break the sausage into small pieces while cooking. Once cooked, add the cream cheese to the skillet and move around the pan until fully melted.
- Once the cream cheese has melted, stir in the sour cream, sharp cheddar, and green chiles in their juices. Allow the mixture to bubble and melt. Then stir until smooth.
- Mix in 1/3 cup of chopped green onions. Pour the hot sausage cheese dip into the bread bowl, then sprinkle the remaining green onions over the top. Serve warm or at room temperature.
I love this recipe, thanks!!!
Love the idea of putting the dip in the bread bowl. Makes it so much prettier than just a bowl.
I’m all about this bread bowl situation!! Why do things instantly become way more fun to eat when they’re in a bread bowl!
Anything in a bread bowl is automatically more delish & cuter! LOVE this short ingredient list and flavor combo. Pinned!
gawking over this dip!!! love
Dips served in bread bowls are the best!
Oh hello delicious! If this dip was placed in front of me I wouldn’t leave until it was finished! :)
Dip in a bowl – always a good idea!
Love that we are both channeling dips today! These sausage version looks insane!
My husband will be eating this with a spoon.