Hot Donair Dip with Bluenose Donair Dust
This creamy, cheesy Hot Donair Dip brings the bold, savory-sweet flavors of the classic Halifax donair into a shareable, oven-baked appetizer. Made with spiced ground beef, sweet garlic sauce, and a melty cheese topping, it's the ultimate East Coast party dip—especially when seasoned with our signature Bluenose Donair Dust. Serve it with pita chips, baguette slices, or fresh veggies for a dish that’s always a hit.
Equipment
- 1 Skillet or frying pan to cook and season the ground beef or lamb
- 1 Mixing bowl for blending the cream cheese, mayo, and donair sauce
- Spoon or spatula for mixing and spreading the dip layers
- Baking dish ideally 9x13-inch, but any medium casserole dish will work
- Oven for baking the assembled dip
- Knife and cutting board to dice the onions and tomatoes
- Measuring cups and spoons to measure ingredients accurately
- Serving platter or bowl for chips, pita wedges, or veggie dippers
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450g ground beef or lamb (burger meat)
- 2 tablespoons Bluenose Donair Dust (or more, to your liking)
- 8 oz 225g cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup donair sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup diced tomatoes fresh or drained from a can
- 1 cup diced onions
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional for extra cheesiness
- Pita chips tortilla chips, or sliced baguette for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or lamb thoroughly. Drain any excess fat. Stir in the Bluenose Donair Dust and cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Mix the Dip Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and half of the donair sauce until well blended.
- Layer the Dip: In a baking dish (a 9×13 inch dish works well), spread the cream cheese mixture as the bottom layer. Next, add the cooked spiced meat as the second layer. Follow with a layer of diced tomatoes and onions.
- Add Cheese and Bake: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese (if using) evenly over the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
- Final Touch: Drizzle the remaining donair sauce over the hot dip before serving.
- Serve: Serve the hot donair dip with pita chips, tortilla chips, or sliced baguette for dipping.