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Dips and Spreads

Dips and Spreads

Popular dip and sandwich spread recipes like artichoke dip, seafood (shrimp, crab, salmon), taco and 7 layer dips and so much more! Go for elegant with a pate recipe or serve up some spinach dip for tailgating. Many recipes can be made in advance, under 30 minutes, or even in a crock pot.



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recipe for easy cream cheese crab ball dip

Easy Cream Cheese Crab Ball Dip

Made with cocktail sauce, crab meat, cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mock oyster dip

Mock Oyster Dip

Made with Tabasco sauce, frozen chopped broccoli, mushrooms, onion, butter, cream of mushroom soup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic cheese, almonds

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for turtle cheesecake dip

Turtle Cheesecake Dip

Made with chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, miniature chocolate chips, cream cheese, brown sugar, powdered sugar, pecans


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for green chile and olive dip

Green Chile And Olive Dip

Made with cilantro, salt and pepper, green onions, wine vinegar, oil, green chiles, ripe olives, tomatoes


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker pepperoni pizza dip

Slow Cooker Pepperoni Pizza Dip

Made with dippers, cream cheese, pepperoni, pizza sauce, green onions, red bell pepper, ripe olives, mozzarella cheese

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for westside grill's spinach artichoke parmesan dip

Westside Grill's Spinach Artichoke Parmesan Dip

Made with frozen chopped spinach, artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, garlic

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for angel of death cheese spread

Angel Of Death Cheese Spread

Made with cheesecloth, gorgonzola or bleu cheese, ricotta cheese, garlic, walnuts, sage, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chipotle corn and tomato dip

Chipotle Corn And Tomato Dip

Made with red onion, Monterey Jack cheese, garlic, cumin, chipotle chili powder, tomato, frozen corn kernels, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for cream cheese guacamole dip

Cream Cheese Guacamole Dip

There's nothing quite like combining the smoothness of cream cheese with the freshness of avocados for a tasty twist on a classic. Welcome to your new go-to dip for any...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for margarita salsa

Margarita Salsa

Made with cilantro, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, orange bell peppers, yellow bell peppers, tomatoes, whole jalapenos, Anaheim peppers, fresh pineapple, fresh raspberries


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for layered derby day dip

Layered Derby Day Dip

Made with bacon, turkey breast, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, instant chicken bouillon, cayenne pepper, Parmesan cheese, Swiss cheese, tomato


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for mockamole (mock guacamole with green peas)

Mockamole (Mock Guacamole With Green Peas)

Made with frozen green peas, cumin, onion, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt and ground black pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baboon butter

Baboon Butter

Made with raisins or mini chocolate chips, banana, peanut butter, ground cinnamon


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for feta cheese spinach dip

Feta Cheese Spinach Dip

Made with cream cheese, feta cheese, spinach, onions, garlic, milk, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for liverwurst spread

Liverwurst Spread

Slather this creamy liverwurst spread on crackers or cocktail bread for a snack or party appetizer.


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for shrimp butter dip

Shrimp Butter Dip

Dip into decadence with this shrimp butter dip, a creamy blend of sea-kissed shrimp and tangy cream cheese that's sure to be the catch of the day at any gathering.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for the border grill's cinco de mayo guacamole

The Border Grill's Cinco De Mayo Guacamole

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, limes, cilantro, Haas avocados, red onion, jalapenos


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for boston bean dip

Boston Bean Dip

Made with chili sauce, dry mustard powder, salt, red kidney beans, garlic, onion, mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, black pepper


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for camelback inn's spinach, artichoke, and poblano dip

Camelback Inn's Spinach, Artichoke, And Poblano Dip

Made with poblano chile, Cholula sauce, pepperjack cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, prepared horseradish, artichoke hearts, green chiles...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for smokey salmon ball

Smokey Salmon Ball

Made with fresh parsley, pecans, liquid smoke, salt, horseradish, onions, lemon juice, cream cheese, canned salmon


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for catahoula's savory crabmeat cheesecake

Catahoula's Savory Crabmeat Cheesecake

Made with butter or margarine, olive oil, onion, celery, green bell pepper, roasted red peppers, green onions, cream cheese, smoked Gouda cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for copycat el chico salsa verde

Copycat El Chico Salsa Verde

Made with roux, pumpkin seeds, green chiles, fresh parsley, chicken stock, oil, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker creamy chili cheese dip

Slow Cooker Creamy Chili Cheese Dip

Made with cheddar cheese, cream cheese, canned chili

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for hot and spicy artichoke shrimp dip

Hot And Spicy Artichoke Shrimp Dip

Made with green onion, red bell pepper strips, artichoke hearts, shrimp, cream cheese, mayonnaise, picante sauce, parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ritz cracker spread

Ritz Cracker Spread

Made with Cool Whip, cream cheese, powdered sugar, crushed pineapple


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for red neck caviar

Red Neck Caviar

Made with salt and pepper, Italian salad dressing, white corn, black beans, black-eyed peas, vidalia onion, tomato, diced jalapenos


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for marshmallow creme apple dip

Marshmallow Creme Apple Dip

Why is this dip so perfect for apples? The tart flavor of the apple is deliciously contrasted by the sweet marshmallow creme. It's also delicious with cookies or graham...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican fruit dip

Mexican Fruit Dip

Made with fruit, rum, cinnamon, cream cheese, powdered sugar, sour cream, marshmallow creme, vanilla extract, almond extract


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for spicy asian-style ginger hummus

Spicy Asian-Style Ginger Hummus

Made with fresh cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, fresh ginger, cooked garbanzo beans, cashew butter or peanut butter, soy sauce, Asian chili sauce, ground cumin, vegetable...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cream cheese salsa dip

Cream Cheese Salsa Dip

Made with cayenne pepper, garlic powder, cream cheese, milk, salsa, ground cumin, onion powder


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bacon horseradish dip

Bacon Horseradish Dip

Made with onions, bacon, horseradish, sour cream, mayonnaise, parsley


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for spinach-mushroom cheesecake

Spinach-Mushroom Cheesecake

Made with breadcrumbs, butter or margarine, frozen spinach, fresh mushrooms, onion, garlic, pimento, cream cheese, feta cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for hot spinach and bacon dip

Hot Spinach And Bacon Dip

Made with bacon, mozzarella cheese, frozen spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker ground beef pizza dip

Slow Cooker Ground Beef Pizza Dip

Made with Parmesan cheese, ground beef, pizza sauce, Cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, cornstarch

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for eight layer beefy fiesta dip

Eight Layer Beefy Fiesta Dip

Made with taco seasoning mix, water, refried beans, Cheddar cheese, ripe olives, tomato, sour cream, avocado, salsa, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for velveeta broccoli dip

Velveeta Broccoli Dip

Made with garlic powder, frozen chopped broccoli, pasteurized process cheese spread

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vegan chickpea (garbanzo bean) salad sandwich spread

Vegan Chickpea (Garbanzo Bean) Salad Sandwich Spread

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


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for jalapeno cheesecake

Jalapeno Cheesecake

Made with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, egg, garlic, jalapeno jelly

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for braunschweiger mold

Braunschweiger Mold

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


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for creamy slow cooker spinach dip

Creamy Slow Cooker Spinach Dip

Made with thyme, onion, garlic salt, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, whipping cream, frozen chopped spinach, Parmesan cheese, pimento

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for mexican con queso (velveeta cheese dip)

Mexican Con Queso (Velveeta Cheese Dip)

This easy queso recipe will have you dipping your chips in a matter of minutes. Can also add sliced pickled jalapenos to increase the heat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bacon-onion cheesecake

Bacon-Onion Cheesecake

Made with garlic powder, cayenne pepper, wheat cracker crumbs, walnuts, butter, bacon, onion, bacon drippings, cream cheese, eggs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chili and chicken cheesecake

Chili and Chicken Cheesecake

Made with green chiles, chicken-flavored bouillon granules, water, cream cheese, chili powder, hot sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper, eggs, chicken

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for hot bacon dip

Hot Bacon Dip

Made with Tabasco sauce, sour cream, bacon, mild Cheddar cheese, onion, mayonnaise

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for old bay hot crab dip

Old Bay Hot Crab Dip

Made with crabmeat, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, Old Bay Seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, lump crab meat

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fabulous chicken jalapeno dip

Fabulous Chicken Jalapeno Dip

Made with jalapeno pepper, red bell pepper, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, olive oil, cream cheese, milk, mayonnaise

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for catfish pate

Catfish Pate

Made with crackers or Melba toasts, pecans, parsley, catfish fillets, cream cheese, onion, lemon, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   smoker
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for buckhead colorado steakhouse spinach and artichoke dip

Buckhead Colorado Steakhouse Spinach And Artichoke Dip

Made with oil, red onion, artichoke hearts and bottoms, mayonnaise, sour cream, monterey jack cheese, lemon juice, garlic, hot cayenne pepper...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for st. patrick's day slow cooker dip

St. Patrick's Day Slow Cooker Dip

Made with garlic powder, milk, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, sour cream, Swiss cheese, deli corned beef, refrigerated sauerkraut

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for mexican pepperjack cheese corn dip

Mexican Pepperjack Cheese Corn Dip

Made with pepperjack cheese, Mexican corn, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for charlie's steak house cheese spread

Charlie's Steak House Cheese Spread

Made with Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, cream cheese, onions, ketchup, sour cream or milk, sweet relish, salt and pepper, stuffed olives, garlic


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cream cheese caviar pie

Cream Cheese Caviar Pie

Made with paprika, green onion, lumpfish caviar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, onion, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Tabasco sauce, fresh parsley


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker bacon-onion chip dip

Slow Cooker Bacon-Onion Chip Dip

Made with potato chips or crackers, bacon, cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for hot and cheesy spinach artichoke dip

Hot and Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip

Made with Cheddar cheese, tabasco sauce, frozen spinach, artichoke hearts, butter, garlic, yellow onion or scallion, cream or half and half, cream cheese, Parmesan...

Method:   oven, stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes




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