
Get ready to meet your new party favorite: Mississippi sin dip! Warm, creamy, and oh-so-indulgent, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Sharp cheddar, savory ham, sour cream, and zesty seasoning are all baked inside a loaf of bread.
And when it comes out of the oven all warm and bubbly? Let’s just say it’s impossible to resist.
Ingredients
- Sour Cream: Adds richness and a slightly tangy flavor while creating a smooth spreadable filling
- Cream Cheese: The thick velvety foundation adding both richness and structure
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese: For the sharp flavor and perfectly stretchy melty cheese consistency
- Cooked Ham or Bacon: Adds a salty smoky meaty element
- Hot Sauce: For a kick of heat
- Worcestershire Sauce: Adds depth and umami
- Seasonings: Garlic powder onion powder salt and black pepper
- Green Onions: Adds a fresh mild onion flavor to break through all the richness
- Round Bread: Acts as the serving vessel and dipping component I like sourdough but you can pick your fave
How to Make Mississippi Sin Dip
- PREHEAT:
- the oven to 350°F Line a baking sheet with foil
- BEAT:
- the cream cheese until smooth Add sour cream and mix until creamy
- MIX:
- in cheddar ham hot sauce Worcestershire garlic powder onion powder salt and pepper until combined
- CUT:
- the top off the bread loaf and hollow it out leaving a 1-inch wall Reserve the removed bread for dipping
- FILL:
- the hollowed bread with the dip mix Place on the baking sheet and wrap in foil
- BAKE:
- for 25 minutes Unwrap and bake 5 to 10 minutes until hot and bubbly
- GARNISH:
- with green onions Serve warm with reserved bread crackers or vegetables Enjoy

Tips For the Best Mississippi Sin Dip
This isn’t just any dip It’s the kind of indulgent goodness that makes everyone fight for the last bite Creamy cheesy and savory this Southern classic is devilishly good But if you really want to impress follow these tips Use room-temperature ingredients Let everything warm to room temperature for at least 30 minutes This will ensure a smooth lump-free consistency Fresh is best Use freshly shredded cheese rather than pre-shredded It melts better and provides a superior flavor Bread options French bread is classic For a more robust flavor you can also use other sturdy breads like round sourdough or pumpernickel Try variations Add diced jalapeños swap ham for bacon or sausage experiment with other cheeses or add chopped artichoke hearts Make-ahead Prepare the dip mixture up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate in an airtight container When ready to bake hollow out the bread and assemble Serving suggestions Besides hollowed bread pieces pair this dip with tortilla chips pretzel crisps or fresh veggies like carrot sticks and celery

How to Store
Don’t let any of that dip go to waste Instead follow these storage tips To Store Transfer cold leftover dip to an airtight container Refrigerate for 2-3 days Discard leftover bread To Reheat Microwave small portions in 30-second intervals until hot Or warm gently on the stove over low heat Note I don’t recommend freezing The cream cheese and sour cream can become grainy and separate when thawed
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What bread works best for Mississippi sin dip?
Round breads such as sourdough, French bread, or pumpernickel are sturdy choices that hold the filling well and double as serving vessels.
- → Can I prepare the filling ahead of time?
Yes, prepare the dip mixture up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to assemble and bake.
- → What sides pair well with this dip?
Serve with hollowed bread pieces, tortilla chips, pretzel crisps, or fresh vegetables like carrot sticks and celery for variety.
- → How should leftovers be stored?
Transfer leftover dip to an airtight container and refrigerate for 2 to 3 days. Discard leftover bread for best quality.
- → Is freezing recommended?
Freezing is not advised as cream cheese and sour cream can separate and become grainy after thawing.