Cream cheese dip is a party favorite that’s easy to whip up and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re looking for a savory appetizer or a sweet snack, this creamy dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Serve it with your favorite dippers, and watch it disappear in no time!
Ingredients
Savory Cream Cheese Dip:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sweet Cream Cheese Dip:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric hand mixer or whisk
- Serving bowl
Instructions
1. Soften the cream cheese:
Remove the cream cheese from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to soften. This ensures a smooth and creamy dip.
2. Mix the ingredients (savory):
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth. Stir in the green onions or chives.
3. Mix the ingredients (sweet):
For a sweet version, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon (if using) in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
4. Chill:
Refrigerate the dip for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
5. Serve:
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. For savory dips, pair with chips, crackers, fresh veggies, or pretzels. For sweet dips, serve with cookies, graham crackers, or fresh fruit.
Tips
- Make it ahead: Both versions of this dip can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge. Just give it a quick stir before serving.
- Customize: Add crumbled bacon, roasted red peppers, or a drizzle of hot sauce to the savory dip for extra flavor. For the sweet dip, mix in chocolate chips or crushed toffee bits.
- Serve warm: Heat the savory dip in a microwave-safe bowl for 30-60 seconds if you prefer a warm, gooey texture.
Cream cheese dip is the ultimate versatile appetizer, perfect for any occasion. Whether you opt for the savory or sweet version, it’s sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, this creamy dip is a recipe you’ll turn to again and again!
Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric hand mixer or whisk
- Serving bowl
Ingredients
- Savory Cream Cheese Dip:
- 8 oz 225g cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sweet Cream Cheese Dip:
- 8 oz 225g cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Soften the cream cheese:
- Remove the cream cheese from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to soften. This ensures a smooth and creamy dip.
- Mix the ingredients (savory):
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth. Stir in the green onions or chives.
- Mix the ingredients (sweet):
- For a sweet version, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon (if using) in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Chill:
- Refrigerate the dip for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
- Serve:
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. For savory dips, pair with chips, crackers, fresh veggies, or pretzels. For sweet dips, serve with cookies, graham crackers, or fresh fruit.
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