Ketchup Chips with Creamy Tomato Dip Recipe

I’m heading to Toronto, Canada to catch an NBA game — the Raptors vs. the Trail Blazers on April 3, 2025. Of course I’m cheering for the Raptors: my son played high school basketball with two of their players! I’ll be sharing a travel vlog after the trip to highlight the best spots I visited across Toronto, so stay tuned.

One of the most intriguing things I’ve heard about Canada is the national affection for ketchup-flavored chips. As a lifelong Floridian, ketchup chips were mostly a curiosity to me — popular in Canada but rarely seen where I live. I decided to recreate that iconic flavor at home by seasoning kettle chips to taste like ketchup and pairing them with a savory, cheesy dip. The result is addictive: imagine Big Mac flavors meeting creamy beer-cheese style dip. After one batch you’ll understand why our Canadian neighbors love ketchup chips so much. Ready to party? Let’s go!

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Ketchup Chips and Dip

This recipe recreates the beloved Canadian ketchup chip flavor and pairs it with a rich, cheesy dip. It’s perfect for game day, parties, or whenever you want a tangy, savory snack. The seasoning on the chips mimics that sweet-and-tangy ketchup profile, while the baked dip blends cream cheese, sour cream, ketchup, and sharp cheddar for a warm, irresistible finish.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 38 mins

Total Time 48 mins

Course Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine American, Canadian

Servings 8 people

Calories 404 kcal

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Cheese grater
• Rubber spatula
• Measuring spoons
• Baking sheet
• Aluminum foil

Ingredients

• 8 oz bag sea salt kettle chips
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp paprika
• 2 tsp onion powder (divided)
• 2 tsp garlic powder (divided)
• 2 tbsp tomato bouillon powder
• A few shakes malt vinegar (about 1/2 tbsp)
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1–2 tsp hot sauce
• A few shakes Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8 oz freshly shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

• Preheat the oven for the chips to 300°F. Place the kettle chips in a large bowl and sprinkle with sugar, paprika, 1 tsp onion powder, and 1 tsp garlic powder. Gently toss to coat. Line a baking sheet with foil and spread the seasoned chips in a single layer. Sprinkle the tomato bouillon powder and a few shakes of malt vinegar over the chips, toss gently, and bake at 300°F for 8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
• Preheat the oven for the dip to 375°F. In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Stir in ketchup, hot sauce, the remaining 1 tsp garlic powder and 1 tsp onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Fold in the shredded cheddar until evenly incorporated. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, sprinkle a bit of paprika and black pepper on top if desired, and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.
• When the dip is hot and bubbly, garnish with a few crushed seasoned chips for crunch. Serve warm with the remaining seasoned chips for dipping and enjoy.

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Nutrition

Calories: 404 kcal
Carbohydrates: 21 g
Protein: 11 g
Fat: 32 g (Saturated Fat: 14 g)
Sodium: 622 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 3 g

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