Creamy Dip Bowl (Printable)
Rich and smooth creamy dip ideal for parties or light snacking with assorted dippers.
# What You Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 cup sour cream
02 - ½ cup cream cheese, softened
03 - ¼ cup mayonnaise
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
06 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
→ Spices & Seasonings
08 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
09 - ¼ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - Pinch smoked paprika (optional)
# How To Cook:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend sour cream, cream cheese, and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add chives, parsley, minced garlic, and lemon juice; stir until evenly combined.
03 - Stir in onion powder, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika if desired; mix thoroughly.
04 - Taste and modify seasoning to preference.
05 - Transfer dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
06 - Present chilled alongside assorted dippers such as sliced vegetables, chips, or crackers.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It's done in 10 minutes, which means you can make it while the oven heats or guests are on their way.
- The flavor deepens if you let it chill, so it's actually better made ahead—no last-minute scrambling.
- One bowl, one spoon, and somehow everyone thinks you've done something complicated.
02 -
- Cold cream cheese stays lumpy no matter how hard you stir—always soften it first or you'll end up fishing out little cheesy bits while you serve.
- This dip tastes better the next day, so making it a few hours (or even a day) ahead means the flavors actually develop instead of sitting flat.
03 -
- Taste it before the guests arrive so you have time to adjust seasoning—salt, lemon juice, or a pinch of paprika can all be tweaked without drama.
- Mince your garlic very finely or use a garlic press, because chunky bits of raw garlic feel sharp and intrusive in something this creamy and smooth.