18 Best Cream Cheese Dips That You’ll Make for Every Occasion
It's the secret ingredient to a great appetizer!
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Parties are just better when there's a gooey cheese dip on the table. You can spend hours putting together a spread of elegant appetizers and fancy finger foods, but at the end of the night, it's always the party dips that the crowd seems to swarm. You really can't go wrong—make a bubbling spinach artichoke dip, gooey buffalo chicken dip, or creamy caramelized onion dip. That is, as long as you start with some cream cheese.
The best hot dips, cold dips, and even dessert dips begin with a block or two of good ol' cream cheese. It adds decadence to Ree Drummond's favorite hot corn dip and hearty chicken bacon ranch dip, while it gives sweet treats like caramel apple dip and pumpkin dip an unmistakable cheesecake flavor. Cream cheese is also the secret weapon in making smooth dips like shrimp dip and whipped feta so deliciously creamy!
Here, you'll find plenty of inspiration for your next party. From three-ingredient sausage dip that's ready in ten minutes to hot, bubbly crab dip that is the star of every spread, these cream cheese dips are an epic addition to a Super Bowl party. Heck, they're practically a requirement for any game day celebration!
Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip
This dip is so good, you'll have to stop yourself from just eating it with a spoon! You'll combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, scallions, and shredded cheese mixture with caramelized onions and bacon, then bake it all until it's bubbly and browned.
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Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip
Since this spinach artichoke recipe is made in a slow cooker, it's even easier than usual! Easier and cheesier! Seriously, it's made with a flavorful combination of several cheeses, including pepper jack, parmesan, feta, and, of course, cream cheese.
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Bloody Mary Dip
Fans of the beloved brunch cocktail will definitely have to try out this creamy dip. It takes ingredients you know and love about the drink, like tomato paste, celery salt, Worcestershire sauce, and a squeeze of lemon juice, then combines it with tangy cream cheese and crispy seasoned bacon.
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Reuben Dip
Transform the classic sandwich into a scoopable dip made with many of the same fixings! Reuben dip calls for corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing. For the full sandwich experience, you should serve it with rye chips!
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Spicy Artichoke and Parmesan Dip
Creamy, cheesy, and slightly spicy—what more could you ask for? Whip up this recipe using a base of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise, then add artichokes, cherry peppers, and parmesan, too. It can be served with crackers or veggies.
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Dip
Chicken bacon ranch is the best flavor combo of all time and this dip is proof. Pick up a rotisserie chicken from the supermarket and it comes together within the hour.
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Shrimp Dip
Whip this shrimp dip together a day ahead, then just pull it out of the fridge when it's time to serve. The cocktail sauce on top is optional—just add a sprinkle of fresh herbs!
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Hot Corn Dip
Ree's hot corn dip is delicious anytime of year. "I've loved it for years, how quickly it disappears!" she says. If corn is in season, use fresh! If it's not, frozen corn works great in this recipe, too.
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Million Dollar Dip
It's true what they say—this dip really does taste like a million bucks! Made with cream cheese, crisp bacon, crunchy almonds, and green onion, it's a real feast for the senses.
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Spinach Artichoke Dip
Four different types of cheese—cream cheese, feta, parmesan, and pepper jack—make this homemade spinach artichoke dip gooey and irresistible! Scoop it up with tortilla chips for a crowd-favorite snack.
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Pizza Dip
Transform your favorite pizza into this deep dish-style dip. The creamy, cheesy base gets loaded down with marinara and toppings like pepperoni, black olives, and bell pepper.
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Sausage Dip
When you need a party app that's quick and easy, head straight to this sausage dip recipe. It requires just three ingredients and is ready in 10 minutes!
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Smoked Salmon Dip
This smoked salmon dip belongs on your weekend brunch menu! It's scrumptious spread on bagels, but it's just as great scooped up with bagel chips, crackers, or freshly sliced veggies.
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Buffalo Chicken Dip
There's a reason Buffalo chicken dip is the first snack gobbled up at every party. It's spicy, cheesy, creamy, and so darn delicious! This classic version will become your new go-to.
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Taco Dip
This zesty Tex-Mex dip is perfect for game days, Taco Tuesdays, or really any occasion. Pile on the toppings as you please!
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Crock-Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
Hosting a dinner party? This buffalo chicken dip may just be your saving grace. This recipe cooks low and slow in a Crock-Pot giving you more time and free hands to prep other dishes.
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Jalapeño Popper Dip
This dip is everyone's favorite party snack, reimagined! Filled with bacon, tons of cheese, and jalapeño, it may be even better than classic poppers.
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Cheeseburger Dip
You'll be surprised how much this party dip actually tastes like a cheeseburger! The cream cheese base makes it a dip you can scoop, but the toppings is where the magic happens. Think cooked ground beef, lettuce, pickles, onion, and zesty burger sauce.
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