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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 slow cooker green chile corn dip

Slow Cooker Green Chile Corn Dip

Made with sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, garlic, Monterey jack cheese, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, creamed corn, corn kernels, diced green chiles

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker spinach artichoke dip with toasted baguette slices

Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip With Toasted Baguette Slices

Made with mayonnaise or salad dressing, Parmesan cheese, artichoke hearts, frozen chopped spinach, monterey jack or mozzarella cheese, red...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for ham pate en croute

Ham Pate En Croute

Made with Worcestershire sauce, butter or margarine, cooked ground ham, onion, garlic, heavy cream, dry mustard, parsley, chives, black pepper


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for orange-poppy seed dip

Orange-Poppy Seed Dip

Made with orange zest, vanilla yogurt, cream cheese, orange marmalade, poppy seeds


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for smoked salmon and gruyere cheesecake

Smoked Salmon And Gruyere Cheesecake

Made with smoked salmon, salt, butter, bread crumbs, Gruyere cheese, fresh dill, onion, cream cheese, eggs, half and half

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for shrimp pate

Shrimp Pate

Made with salt, garlic powder, fresh parsley, shrimp, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, green onions


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cajun shrimp dip

Cajun Shrimp Dip

Made with cooked shrimp, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, green onions, Italian dressing mix, salt and pepper


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker velveeta cheese and spinach dip

Slow Cooker Velveeta Cheese And Spinach Dip

Made with black pepper, Velveeta cheese, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, half and half, chopped frozen spinach, onion, Tabasco hot sauce

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for slow cooker refried black bean dip

Slow Cooker Refried Black Bean Dip

Made with cilantro or green onion, cumin, refried black beans, salsa, cream cheese, pepperjack or Monterey Jack cheese

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for fresh spinach dip

Fresh Spinach Dip

Made with black pepper, seasoned salt, fresh chopped spinach, water chestnuts, green onions, sour cream, mayonnaise, pimento


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cottage cheese dill dip

Cottage Cheese Dill Dip

This cottage cheese dill dip is the perfect combination of creamy and tangy, with a hint of dill. It's perfect for dipping veggies or crackers.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for craisin cream cheese spread

Craisin Cream Cheese Spread

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

recipe for apricot cheese dip

Apricot Cheese Dip

Made with brandy, almonds, almond extract, sour cream, cream cheese, apricot preserves


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for 7 layer shrimp dip

7 Layer Shrimp Dip

Made with green onions, green bell pepper, sour cream, pimiento cheese spread, cocktail sauce, frozen small shrimp, sharp Cheddar cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for gorgonzola (blue cheese) dip

Gorgonzola (Blue Cheese) Dip

Made with parsley, chives, toasted walnuts, Cognac or cream, Gorgonzola or other blue cheese, cream cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for rotel cream cheese dip

Rotel Cream Cheese Dip

Made with shrimp, salt, cream cheese, diced tomatoes with green chiles, garlic


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for caramel apple delight

Caramel Apple Delight

Made with apples, cream cheese, caramel ice cream topping


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for gourmet seafood cocktail sauce

Gourmet Seafood Cocktail Sauce

Made with canned tomato puree, celery seed, chili sauce, ketchup, prepared horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, sea salt, lemon juice, black pepper, cayenne pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for brown sugar and honey mustard spread

Brown Sugar And Honey Mustard Spread

Made with brown sugar, Dijon mustard, honey


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for creamy spinach dip boat

Creamy Spinach Dip Boat

Made with cream cheese, egg bread loaf, light sour cream, black pepper, margarine-butter blend, garlic, onion, frozen spinach

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for red pepper, green onion and cream cheese dip

Red Pepper, Green Onion And Cream Cheese Dip

Made with black pepper, salt, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, mayonnaise, red bell peppers, green onion


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for braunschweiger ball

Braunschweiger Ball

Made with Worcestershire sauce, Braunschweiger, cream cheese, green onions, milk


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for bacon olive spread

Bacon Olive Spread

Made with green olives , cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, onions, bacon bits


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for baked lobster dip

Baked Lobster Dip

Everyone will be impressed with this creamy, baked lobster dip at your next party. A hint of horseradish is the secret ingredient.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for shrimp taco dip

Shrimp Taco Dip

Made with taco chips, green pepper, cream cheese, sour cream, tiny cooked shrimp, mayonnaise, seafood cocktail sauce, mozzarella cheese, green onions, tomato


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for shrimp and scallop fondue provencale

Shrimp And Scallop Fondue Provencale

Made with white wine, herbes de Provence, tomato puree, tomatoes, garlic, onion, olive oil, basil leaves, jumbo shrimp, sea scallops

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for amish peanut butter spread

Amish Peanut Butter Spread

Perfect for sandwiches or as an indulgent dip, this Amish-style spread combines the rich flavors of peanut butter and marshmallow creme with a hint of sweetness from light...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for heavenly chocolate honey dip

Heavenly Chocolate Honey Dip

Made with vanilla extract, sour cream, honey, cocoa powder


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hoagie dip

Hoagie Dip

Move over traditional charcuterie; this hoagie dip is stepping into the spotlight. With its rich flavors and easy assembly, it's a dish destined to steal the show at any gathering.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for olive and jarlsberg cheese dip

Olive And Jarlsberg Cheese Dip

Made with salt and pepper, Dijon mustard, black olives, green olives, jarlsberg cheese, scallions, lemon juice


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for taco dip

Taco Dip

Made with nacho cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning mix, tomato, lettuce, scallions, taco sauce, tortilla chips


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for amalou (moroccan honey spread)

Amalou (Moroccan Honey Spread)

Made with honey, almonds, walnut oil, salt


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for meatless taco dip

Meatless Taco Dip

Made with jalapeno pepper, taco sauce, sour cream, cream cheese, monterey jack cheese, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker reese's fondue

Slow Cooker Reese's Fondue

Made with banana slices, apple wedges, pound cake pieces, or marshmallows, semisweet chocolate chips, evaporated milk, sugar, peanut butter

Method:   crock pot
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for savory crab cheesecake

Savory Crab Cheesecake

Made with garlic, butter or margarine, ricotta cheese, half-and-half or light cream, dijon mustard, all-purpose flour, eggs, crab meat

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for killer smoked salmon dip

Killer Smoked Salmon Dip

Made with garlic, salmon fillet, nutmeg, thyme, black pepper, salt, mayonnaise, Liquid Smoke

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for roasted pepper pesto cheesecake

Roasted Pepper Pesto Cheesecake

Made with cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, ground red pepper, egg, all-purpose flour, sour cream, French bread baguette, roasted red bell pepper strips

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for hummus roll-ups

Hummus Roll-Ups

Made with lemon, cumin, salt and pepper, olive oil, lavash, roasted red peppers, English cucumber, tomatoes, romaine or red leaf lettuce


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for olive and tomato dip

Olive And Tomato Dip

Made with salt, brown sugar, capers, olives, tomato, jalapeno, white onion, fresh cilantro


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for gingersnap dip

Gingersnap Dip

Made with cream cheese, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, Cool Whip, gingersnaps


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for corned beef bagel dip

Corned Beef Bagel Dip

Made with mayonnaise, sour cream, deli corned beef, onion, seasoned salt, fresh parsley, prepared horseradish, bagels


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for roasted garlic fondue

Roasted Garlic Fondue

Roasted garlic dipped in chocolate? Sounds crazy but the combination of flavors is incredible. You must try it!

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for shrimp ball

Shrimp Ball

Made with horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, shrimp, onion, lemon juice, ketchup


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cowboy caviar

Cowboy Caviar

Made with tortilla chips or large corn chips, hot pepper sauce, black pepper, frozen black-eyed peas, green onions or finely chopped onion, red or green bell pepper, green chili peppers...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for pesto cream cheese spread

Pesto Cream Cheese Spread

Made with pesto sauce, cream cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cranberry chicken dip

Cranberry Chicken Dip

This dip with chicken, cashews, and dried cranberries hits the salty, sweet, and tart flavor profiles that will keep you coming back for another scoop.


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cranberry ambrosia-cream cheese spread

Cranberry Ambrosia-Cream Cheese Spread

Made with pecan halves, pecans, shredded coconut, cream cheese, powdered sugar, sweetened dried cranberries, crushed pineapple, mandarin oranges


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bulgarian eggplant and pepper spread (kiopoolu)

Bulgarian Eggplant And Pepper Spread (Kiopoolu)

Made with black pepper, salt, garlic, eggplant, green bell peppers, tomato, olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh parsley

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for smoked oyster roll

Smoked Oyster Roll

Made with salt and pepper, smoked oysters, cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, onion, garlic, mayonnaise


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for brown derby cream cheese and avocado dip

Brown Derby Cream Cheese And Avocado Dip

Made with salt, avocado, cream cheese, butter, celery salt, chives


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for dump dip

Dump Dip

Made with paprika, cheese, green onions, mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped green chilies, Mexican corn


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vanilla fondue

Vanilla Fondue

Made with pineapple chunks, peach, fresh strawberries, vanilla milk chips, light cream, Grand Marnier or coffee flavored liqueur

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for roasted garlic and pesto hummus

Roasted Garlic And Pesto Hummus

Made with salt and pepper, lemon juice, pesto, chickpeas, garlic


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for slow cooker deviled chicken spread

Slow Cooker Deviled Chicken Spread

Made with cooked chicken breast, butter, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, cayenne pepper, dry bread crumbs

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes




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