Dips and Spreads

A beer dip that'll be different with every brew you try. A lager beer, not too heavy or too light, is a safe choice to play nice with the sharp flavor of cheddar.


Time:   2-5 hours

A dipping sauce that is both luxurious and uncomplicated. The truffle oil adds a layer of sophistication to the creamy mayonnaise, making this an ideal pairing...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This creamy clam dip with a hint of tabasco is irresistible on chips or crackers.


Time:   2-5 hours

This cream cheese spread is perfect for when you're feeling a bit fanciful. It's great on toast, bagels, or crackers.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Craving a sweet dip? This sweet cream cheese and chocolate chip mixture goes perfectly with cookies, fruit, or sweet crackers.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Every day we send out a featured recipe and our editor's favorite picks. Don't miss out!

Made with shoepeg corn, olive oil, diced green chilies, scallions, celery, cider vinegar, lime, Rotel tomatoes, fresh cilantro, Tabasco or cayenne


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with pimientos, parsley, braunschweiger, chili sauce, horseradish, mayonnaise, cream cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

This dip was made popular with its accompanying deep-fried onion appetizer. It also goes great with French fries, onion rings, and fried seafood.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Lauren knows a thing or two about cheese, which is why she picked a blend of Gruyere and Emmental for this fondue.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with strawberries, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, whipped cream


Time:   under 30 minutes

A classic hummus recipe with some tasty flavor options such as red curry paste, masala, or cumin. Serve with your favorite dippers.


Time:   under 30 minutes

You'll love the sensational addition of crab to a cilantro and jalapeno-packed bowl of guacamole.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with parsley, whole milk, sour cream, shallots, peanut oil, pita bread rounds, salt and cayenne pepper, fresh goat cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with mayonnaise, black pepper, salt, onion, butter, fresh mushrooms, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Seriously, what's more romantic than silky chocolate fondue? A touch of kirsch brandy is the secret ingredient you might not have expected.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with vanilla extract, orange liqueur, sour cream, sugar, strawberries, cream cheese


Time:   2-5 hours

Deconstructed deviled eggs served with your favorite dippers.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Who knew canned salmon could go so far? A few key ingredients give this creamy dip a serious zip of flavor. You'll feel naughty for how many extra dips you're sneaking in.


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with black pepper, sweet pickle relish, carrot, celery, green onions, chickpeas, mustard


Time:   under 30 minutes

As if chocolate pudding wasn't delicious enough. Pair it with fresh fruit for dipping and you have a real winner.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This creamy dip tastes like pumpkin pie. You can substitute fat-free or low-fat cream cheese in it if you wish for a lower fat snack.


Time:   1-2 hours

A tasty fresh salsa made with tomatoes, green onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, and cilantro and served with festive blue corn tortilla chips.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with eggs, bologna, salad dressing, pickle relish

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Some roasted red pepper adds tremendous flavor and color to hummus. A drizzle of good quality olive oil, a dash of smoked paprika on top? You've got a gourmet dip on your...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This version of avocado salsa goes easy on the avocados to reduce the fat content, but has plenty of flavor to make up for it. Serve it with your favorite tortilla chips or...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with lemon juice, cream cheese, carrots, pecans, pineapple chunks


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with honey, almonds, walnut oil, salt


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with French bread, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions


Time:   under 30 minutes

No shortage of uses for this delicious spread, and it's easy enough to make with kids. Throw it on toast, throw it on pancakes, throw it straight on a spoon.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Mangoes and habanero peppers combine to provide a sweet heat to this salsa. Try this tropical salsa on fish tacos or simply eat with chips.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This spiced vanilla pumpkin fluff makes a delicious, light(ish) dessert with some graham crackers, or can be used to sweeten up a bowl of crunchy granola into an autumnal treat.


Time:   1-2 hours

This Velveeta broccoli dip is the ultimate party trick - simple but indulgent, and a great way to sneak in a bit of broccoli while making no compromises on flavor.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

This cheesy and decadent bacon-BBQ dip is the perfect game day match for tortilla chips.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, red onion, red tomatoes, jalapenos, garlic, fresh cilantro, kumquats, orange juice, lemon juice, brown sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Boil some baccala (dried cod) before mixing it together with garlic and olive oil for a creamy spread perfect for crostini or crackers.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Diced zucchini adds a cool and refreshing element to this zesty salsa. Serve with chips or as a condiment on your favorite Tex-Mex meal.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with garlic powder, turmeric, curry powder, soy sauce, firm tofu, mayonnaise, green onion, green bell pepper, celery, sunflower or sesame seeds


Time:   under 30 minutes

Dip, dunk, or drizzle with this chipotle ranch, the condiment crossover sensation that's changing the snack scene one chip at a time.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Forget traditional dips; we're going on an adventure with acorn squash. This one's perfect for the curious palate seeking something new and exciting.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cream cheese, hot sauce, boneless chicken breasts, celery, cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, crackers, etc

Method:   microwave, stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with black pepper, lime juice, tomato, black beans, sesame tahini, garlic, ground cumin, sour cream


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with pepper, salt, garlic powder, ground venison, onion, red bell peppers, vegetable or olive oil, Mexican-style processed cheese, chili, chili sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Get ready to dip differently with this low-fat zesty zucchini dip. It's the kind of snack that makes your veggies jealous and your taste buds do a happy dance.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Fresh ground sumac adds a nice finishing touch to creamy hummus, and you can surround the dip with an assortment of pita, crackers and veggies.


Time:   30-60 minutes

This fluffy cookie dip tastes like pumpkin pie! Serve it with your favorite cookies, pound cake cubes, or fruit dippers.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Give plain chips a grand entrance with this exciting artichoke dip featuring creamy cheese and a splash of heat. Serious flavor but easy to cook, what's not to love?

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with sugar, pineapple juice, mayonnaise, salsa, crushed pineapple


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, olive oil, flour, salt, garlic, horseradish, asiago cheese, parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with hot sausage, sour cream, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, green onions, diced pimentos

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with bread, dried beef, frozen chopped spinach, cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, green onion, dill weed, beau monde seasoning


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with green onions, black olives, fresh cilantro, bacon, refried beans, sour cream, taco seasoning mix, cheddar cheese, guacamole, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with parsley, pecans, tuna in water, cream cheese, lemon juice, onion, horseradish, salt


Time:   over 5 hours

Made with lobster, cream cheese, white wine, onion salt, seasoned salt, dill weed


Time:   2-5 hours

If you're looking for a snack that's easy to whip up and even easier to gobble down, you've landed in the right spot. This deviled ham cream cheese dip is the perfect...


Time:   1-2 hours