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Loaded Guacamole with Bacon

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This loaded guacamole with bacon is a creamy, chunky party dip packed with crispy bacon, fresh veggies, zesty lime, and cheddar cheese. It’s quick to make, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large ripe avocados (about 600g, peeled and pitted)
  • Juice of 2 limes (about 40ml, plus more to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (plus extra for finishing, if needed)
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 slices thick-cut bacon (about 3.5 oz, cooked until crisp and chopped)
  • 1 small red onion (about 2 oz, finely diced)
  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes (about 4 oz, seeded and diced)
  • 1 small jalapeño (about 0.5 oz, seeded and finely minced)
  • 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese (about 1.25 oz, optional but recommended)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (about 0.35 oz)
  • 1 clove garlic (about 0.2 oz, minced)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup diced green onion (about 0.5 oz)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup cooked corn kernels (about 2.8 oz, fresh or frozen and thawed)
  • Optional: Hot sauce, to taste

Instructions

  1. Place bacon in a cold skillet and cook over medium heat, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp (about 8 minutes). Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once cool, chop into small pieces.
  2. Dice red onion, seed and dice Roma tomatoes, and finely mince jalapeño. (Add green onion if desired.) Chop cilantro and mince garlic. Set aside.
  3. Halve and pit avocados. Scoop flesh into a large mixing bowl. Add lime juice, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mash with a potato masher or fork until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
  4. Fold in chopped bacon, red onion, tomatoes, jalapeño, minced garlic, shredded cheddar cheese (if using), and chopped cilantro. Stir gently; do not overmix.
  5. If desired, stir in cooked corn kernels or a dash of hot sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice or salt as needed.
  6. Transfer guacamole to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with extra cilantro or bacon bits for garnish.
  7. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, veggie sticks, or pita wedges.

Notes

For best results, use ripe Hass avocados and thick-cut bacon. Mash avocados to your preferred texture and fold in mix-ins gently to keep the dip chunky. Lime juice helps prevent browning. Make just before serving for freshest flavor. For vegetarian, use veggie bacon or smoked paprika. For dairy-free, skip the cheese or use a vegan alternative.

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