Best 11 Festive Dip Recipes
Elevate your holiday gatherings with a symphony of flavors brought by our curated collection of festive dips. From the classic crowd-pleaser Spinach Artichoke Dip, where creamy spinach and artichoke hearts unite in a cheesy embrace, to the tangy and refreshing Salsa Verde Dip, bursting with the vibrancy of fresh herbs and capers, our dips are a culinary journey waiting to be embarked upon. Embark on a culinary adventure with our irresistible Guacamole, where ripe avocados are transformed into a creamy, zesty delight, complemented by Pico de Gallo's vibrant salsa blend. Indulge in the smoky allure of our Roasted Red Pepper Dip, where roasted red peppers dance in a harmonious blend of cream cheese and spices. Prepare to be captivated by our Creamy Feta Dip, a delightful fusion of tangy feta cheese, creamy yogurt, and a medley of herbs.
Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!
FESTIVE APPLE DIP
I came up with this layered peanut butter treat when my dad gave me a big bag of apples. The dip has been one of my favorites ever since. In addition to serving it with apples, try it with graham crackers, vanilla wafers, banana chunks or animal crackers. -Theresa Tometich, Coralville, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- For dip, beat first 4 ingredients until smooth; stir in marshmallows. Spoon half the mixture into a 3-cup bowl; top with half the fudge topping. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with nuts., To serve, toss apples with lemon juice. Serve with dip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Fat 22g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
FESTIVE CHEESE DIP 'SLAW'
Festive appetizer served in hollowed out whole red cabbage -- accompanied by corn chips! Beautiful, easy, and oh so tasty! Especially pretty for Thanksgiving and Christmas appetizer buffets. Best if made ahead at least 24 hours to let flavors blend (can refrigerate in covered container for up to one week). Even with peppers, this dip is not too spicy -- children love this dip. A winner!
Provided by NKW
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cold Cheese Dip Recipes
Time P1DT30m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a bowl, lightly mix the Swiss cheese, green onions, banana peppers, jalapeno peppers, and mayonnaise. Cover and refrigerate 24 hours to blend flavors. Mix in more mayonnaise before serving, if desired.
- To serve, cut core out of cabbage and discard. Cut a thick slice from the bottom of the cabbage; use a fork to pull the inner leaves out of the cabbage to leave a hollowed out bowl. Pull several of the outer leaves slightly open and fold them back to make the bowl more attractive; serve the chilled dip in the hollowed cabbage.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 48.8 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
FESTIVE PUMPKIN DIP
Pumpkin adds a sweet element to savory cream cheese dip. It's a chunky, satisfying snack for fall. -Evelyn Kennell, Roanoke, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, pumpkin, taco seasoning and garlic powder until smooth. Stir in beef, peppers and olives. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , If desired, just before serving, cut top off bread; scoop out bread from inside, leaving a 1/2-in. shell (save the bread from inside to make croutons or bread crumbs or save for another use). Fill shell with cream cheese mixture. Serve with vegetables, crackers or corn chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
FESTIVE CREAM CHEESE DIP
A friend brought this to a house social I was having. I insisted she not leave without providing the recipe. She has since moved away and I am now asked to bring this to all parties or events that I attend. It is absolutely wonderful. Enjoy!!
Provided by NanuqsMom
Categories Spreads
Time 15m
Yield 2 cups approximately, 25 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise and garlic powder until well blended.
- 2. Add diced vegetables and mix well.
- 3. Refrigerate for one hour to allow flavors to blend.
- 4. Allow time for dip to soften before serving.
- 5. Serve with ritz crackers or wheat thins.
- 6. Enjoy.
WINTER SQUASH FESTIVE DIP
I make this dip and then use either an ornamental pumpkin or turban squash that I've hollowed out and put it in it. It's super pretty as a center piece and it keeps people out of the kitchen while you are cooking Thanksgiving dinner. We have nut allergies so I don't do this, but a friend who uses this recipe adds pine nuts and pecans on the top as a garnish.
Provided by meggerz802
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place squash on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over squash and season with salt and pepper. Place garlic in a piece of aluminum foil, drizzle olive oil over garlic, and loosely wrap foil around garlic. Place garlic packet on the baking sheet with squash.
- Bake in the preheated oven until squash is soft and golden brown, about 50 minutes. Cool squash slightly.
- Melt 1/4 cup butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir scallions until softened, about 4 minutes.
- Scoop meat from cooked squash and transfer to a food processor. Squeeze garlic cloves from skins and add to squash in food processor; add scallions and chipotle peppers. Pulse until mixture is smooth. Add remaining butter, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, and lemon juice; pulse just until combined but not smooth. Season dip with salt and pepper.
- Refrigerate dip for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 140.9 mg, Fat 55.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 33.7 g, Sodium 469.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
FESTIVE HOT BROCCOLI DIP
I found this recipe on the back of a box of Wheat Thin Crackers. I've made it both with the pimentos and I've also subbed out the pimientos and used a pretty red pepper (if they are on sale). The original recipe calls for Miracle Whip Salad Dressing but I've used a low-fat mayonaisse and it tastes just as nice - actually not as sweet. So feel free to adjust to your preference on that. I like to add a bit of garlic to this dip too to give it a bit more zing so I've included that as optional. I love serving this with baked bagel chips or wheat crackers - but use what you prefer! Hope you enjoy.
Provided by HokiesMom
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 3 cups, 25 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix together dressing, broccoli, pimientos, (garlic if using), parmesean cheese and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
- Spread into a 1 quart baking dish or a 9-inch pie plate.
- Bake in a preheated oven set at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and bake an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Serve with your favorite crackers or bagel chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 12.3, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 1.8, Sodium 33.6, Carbohydrate 0.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.2, Protein 1.1
FESTIVE DIP
This colorful dish is great for all parties and festivities. My daughter loves helping to prepare it! -Donna Kollar, Austintown, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat. Serve with corn chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
FESTIVE VEGETABLE DIP
I like to serve this well-seasoned dip with veggies. It rounds out a holiday snack buffet in a festive way when it's served in hollowed-out green and red bell peppers. -Mary Pollard, Crossville, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 1-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Lay green pepper on it's side; with a sharp knife, make a horizontal slice just above stem. Remove top piece; save for another use. Remove membrane and seeds. Repeat with red pepper. Fill peppers with dip. Serve with vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 157mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
FESTIVE PUMPKIN DIP
This spicy dip is super easy to make and no one will even guess it contains pumpkin! You can serve it in a hollowed out bread round or miniature pumpkin. Serve with fresh vegetables, crackers or corn chips.
Provided by FLKeysJen
Categories Vegetable
Time 5m
Yield 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Beat together the first four ingredients.
- Stir in the bell pepper and olives.
- Chill until serving!
FESTIVE PUMPKIN DIP
Steps:
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until well blended. Stir in pumkin and spices. Fold in whipped topping. Serve with cookies and apple slices.
FESTIVE PUMPKIN DIP
I made this recipe and took it into work and it was a big hit. No one knew until the dip was gone what it was made with. No one guessed it was pumpkin! I've made this several times for family gatherings. We all love it served with corn chips or scoops. Give your favorite cracker a try with this dip.
Provided by Goldie Barnhart
Categories Dips
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. In a mixing bowl , beat cream cheese, pumpkin, taco seasoning and garlic powder until smooth. Stir in beef, peppers, green onion and olives. Olives are opt., some people don't care for them. Cover and refridgerate until ready to use. Serve with crackers, vegetables or my favorite corn chips & scoops.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of your dip.
- Don't over-mix the dip. Over-mixing can make the dip too thick and pasty.
- Chill the dip before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the dip to set up.
- Serve the dip with a variety of dippers. This will allow your guests to choose their favorites.
- Get creative with your presentation. You can garnish the dip with fresh herbs, chopped nuts, or crumbled bacon.
Conclusion:
Festive dips are a delicious and easy way to add some holiday cheer to your party. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that everyone will love. So get creative and have fun!
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