The holiday season is all about gathering with loved ones, sharing stories, and indulging in delicious food. While the main course often takes center stage, it’s the appetizers that set the mood the moment guests walk through the door. These party dips are an easy way to welcome everyone in, keep the energy high, and add variety to your festive spread. From creamy classics to bold, flavorful options, these dips are guaranteed crowd-pleasers.

What makes them especially perfect for this time of year is their make-ahead convenience. Most can be prepared a day or two in advance, freeing up space in the kitchen and giving you more time to actually enjoy your guests. They’re versatile, too—pair them with crackers, vegetables, bread, or chips and watch them disappear in minutes. Whether you’re hosting a holiday open house, a cozy gathering with friends, or a full seasonal dinner, these dips will elevate your appetizer lineup with minimal effort.

From savory spinach and artichoke to sweet and tangy cranberry cream cheese, this collection offers something for every palate. So pull out your favorite serving bowls, set the table, and get ready to make this season’s celebrations a little more delicious.

@createaplatewithdina

Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip ✨ Ingredients • 2 tbsp unsalted butter • ½ medium yellow onion, finely diced • 4-5garlic cloves, minced • 6 cups packed baby spinach • 8 oz cream cheese, softened • 1 (5.2 oz) package Garlic & Fine Herbs Boursin cheese (my secret ingredient 😉) • ⅓ cup sour cream • ⅓ cup mayonnaise • 2 tbsp half-and-half • ½ tsp garlic salt, more to taste • ½ tsp black pepper • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) • 1 (15 oz) jar artichoke hearts, drained and finely chopped • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus ½ cup for topping • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus ⅓ cup for topping Directions 1. Sauté the aromatics: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook 4–5 minutes, until soft. Stir in garlic and cook another 30 seconds until fragrant. 2. Add the spinach: Add packed spinach and cook until wilted and most of the moisture cooks off. Press it down as it cooks so it softens evenly. 3. Remove from heat & make it creamy: Take the skillet off the heat. Stir in cream cheese, Boursin, sour cream, mayonnaise, and half-and-half. Mix until smooth and creamy. 4. Season & combine: Add garlic salt (to taste), black pepper, and (optional) red pepper flakes. Stir in chopped artichoke hearts, 1 cup mozzarella, and ½ cup Parmesan until well combined. 5. Bake: Spread the mixture evenly into a baking dish. Top with remaining ½ cup mozzarella and ⅓ cup Parmesan. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, until hot and bubbly. Then broil for 2 mins until golden on top. 6. Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving so it stays creamy but holds its shape. Serve warm with pretzels, toasted baguette slices, chips, or crackers. ✨ Tips • Add a squeeze of lemon juice after baking for a subtle brightness. • Make ahead: assemble, refrigerate, and bake when ready to serve. #spinachartichokedip #spinachdip #easyrecipe #easyappetizers #appetizers

♬ It Happened One Night – Gordon L Goodwin

Classic Spinach and Artichoke Dip

Ingredients:

• 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
3. Stir in artichoke hearts, spinach, mozzarella, Parmesan, and garlic.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
6. Serve warm with crackers, pita chips, or bread.

@onestopchop

BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP deserves a seat at the table! Ingredients Whole Large Rotisserie Chicken 1 small Yellow onion 4-6 green onion/scallion 4-6 cloves minced garlic 10 oz whipped cream cheese Ranch dressing Franks red hot buffalo wing sauce Spicy Ranch Seasoning Cheddar Cheese, shredded Mozzarella cheese, shredded Colby Jack Cheese, shredded Natures Seasoning all purpose blend 1. Shred the rotisserie chicken into small pieces. 2. In a bowl, mix together 10 oz of softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup of ranch dressing, and 1/2 cup of buffalo sauce. 3. Stir in the shredded chicken and 1 cup each of shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese. 4. Spread the mixture into a baking dish and top with a drizzle of ranch and hot sauce then top with another 1/2 cup or so of shredded colby jack cheese. 5. Bake at 375 degrees F for about 20 minutes, until it’s hot and bubbly. #appetizers #buffalochickendip #dip #onestopchop

♬ original sound – OneStopChop

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup ranch dressing
• ½ cup buffalo sauce
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, ranch dressing, and buffalo sauce.
3. Stir in shredded chicken and half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
4. Transfer to a baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
6. Garnish with green onions and serve with celery sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers.

@tinafarmer51

Seven Layer Dip is the great Hoilday Party snack! #sevenlayerdip #dip

♬ original sound – Tina Farmer

Seven-Layer Dip

Ingredients:

• 1 (16 oz) can refried beans
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup guacamole
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup sliced black olives
• ½ cup diced tomatoes
• ¼ cup sliced green onions

Instructions:

1. Spread refried beans evenly in the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish.
2. Layer sour cream over the beans.
3. Add guacamole as the third layer.
4. Spread salsa over the guacamole.
5. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
6. Add black olives, tomatoes, and green onions as the final layers.
7. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving with tortilla chips.

@asiliglamcooks

Counting down to New Year’s Eve with a flavor-packed resolution! Excited to share my go-to French Onion Soup Dip recipe – a savory twist to kick off the celebration! And here’s a little secret to enjoying all the festive feasts: I’ve been taking @Omeprazole to stay on track with healthy habits during the holiday season. Let’s savor the moments without the worry. Cheers to a delicious and heartburn-free New Year! #omeprazole #frequentheartburnrelief #frequentheartburn *Omeprazole is intended for frequent heartburn, not for occasional flareups or meal induced Heartburn. Use as directed for 14 days. Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 large onions, halved and thinly sliced 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp garlic paste 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup beef stock 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 4 oz cream cheese, at room temperature 1/4 cup sour cream 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded 1/2 cup Swiss cheese, shredded Directions: In a skillet on medium heat, melt butter and add olive oil— sauté sliced onions until fragrant Once fragrant, after 5 minutes, add garlic, thyme, Worcestershire sauce and continue to sauté on low until caramelized After 15 minutes, add beef stock and deglaze the pan, continue to cook until beef stock is evaporated mostly— season with salt and pepper to taste and turn off heat To a mixing bowl, add cream cheese, caramelized onions, parmesan cheese, half the mozzarella, half the Swiss cheese and sour cream, mix well to combine Transfer to a baking dish of choice and layer with mozzarella and top with Swiss cheese Bake 375 for 15 minutes and broil for 2 minutes or until top is golden brown and bubbly Serve with toasted baguette or chips and enjoy

♬ original sound – Natasha Greene

French Onion Dip

Ingredients:

• 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1½ cups sour cream
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh chives for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes until caramelized.
3. Let onions cool completely.
4. In a bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder.
5. Stir in cooled caramelized onions.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Garnish with chives and serve with chips or vegetables.

@mimis.kitchen__

CRANBERRY and CREAM CHEESE DIP!! INGREDIENTS: * 2 packages cream cheese (8 oz) * 1/3 cup chopped cilantro * 1/3 cup sliced green onions * 1 package of fresh cranberries * 2 tablespoons of lemon juice * 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin * 1 cup + 2 tablespoons sugar * 1/4 teaspoon salt DIRECTIONS: > Soften cream cheese. > Rough chop cilantro. Slice green onions (around 5) > Add all ingredients to a food processor. Pulse to chop. Stop once and bring down ingredients from edges with a spatula. Pulse again until desired level of chopped is reached. > Cover cranberry mixture and place in fridge for 30 to 60 minutes, or until sugar breaks down and dissolves. > Spread cream cheese on plate or serving dish. (Something with edges so cranberry juice doesn’t run off the edge). > Spoon cranberry mixture over cream cheese. Spread evenly. Serve with crackers. I like wheat thins with it, but any type can be used. > ENJOY!!! #cranberry #cranberrydip #creamcheese #delicious#tastyfood#foodies#deliciousfood#foodtok#easycooking#tasty#holidays#christmasseason#appetizer#creamcheesedip#foodinspo#recipe#recipes#recipesoftiktok

♬ It’s Beginning to Look a Lot like Christmas – Michael Bublé

Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip

Ingredients:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup whole berry cranberry sauce
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon orange zest
• ¼ cup chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions:

1. Beat cream cheese in a bowl until smooth and fluffy.
2. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest, mixing until combined.
3. Gently fold in cranberry sauce, leaving some swirls for visual appeal.
4. Transfer to a serving dish and top with chopped pecans if desired.
5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
6. Serve with graham crackers, vanilla wafers, or apple slices.

@theshayspence

jalapeño popper beer cheese dip for the super bowl 🫶 recipe below JALAPEÑO POPPER BEER CHEESE DIP 8 oz. bacon, chopped 2 large jalapeños, chopped (plus more for garnish) 3 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 tsp. garlic powder) 1 Tbsp. flour 1 bottle or can of beer 8 oz. cream cheese 3/4 cup whole milk 16 oz. cheddar cheese, grated Seasoned salt or Cajun seasoning (or just salt and pepper) Tortilla chips or corn chips, for serving Preheat broiler to high. In a large oven-safe skillet over medium, add bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until crispy and fat has rendered. Scoop some of the bacon onto a plate to save for garnish. Add jalapeños and garlic and cook for another minute, then stir in flour and cook for another two minutes. Slowly whisk in beer and bring to a boil; let reduce for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and add cream cheese and milk; stir until melted. Add 3/4 of the cheese and turn the heat off then stir to melt. Taste and season as you please. Let cool slightly then top with the rest of the cheese and broil until bubbly, about 5 minutes. Garnish with reserved bacon and jalapenos and serve with chips. #superbowlrecipes #superbowl #diprecipe #beercheesedip #foodtiktok #recipeshare #recipeoftheday

♬ original sound – Shay Spence

Bacon and Cheddar Beer Cheese Dip

Ingredients:

• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup beer (lager or ale)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
3. Gradually add beer and cream, whisking constantly until smooth.
4. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
5. Remove from heat and stir in cheese, mustard, and garlic powder until melted.
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Stir in crumbled bacon and serve warm with soft pretzels or bread cubes.

@everything_delish

Hands down one of the best dips I’ve ever made!! Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Whipped Feta Dip! 🌶❤️ #feta #whippedfeta @zirkovavodka

♬ Sunny Day – Ted Fresco

Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Dip

Ingredients:

• 1 (12 oz) jar roasted red peppers, drained
• 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine roasted red peppers, feta cheese, cream cheese, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice in a food processor.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Add red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.
4. Transfer to a serving bowl.
5. Drizzle with extra olive oil if desired.
6. Serve with pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

@kwokspots

The perfect spicy crab dip for the holiday parrty. Full recipe in bio. #crabdip

♬ All I Want for Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey

Hot Crab Dip

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lump crab meat, picked over for shells
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream until smooth.
3. Fold in crab meat, half the cheddar cheese, lemon juice, Old Bay, and green onions.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Transfer to a baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
7. Serve warm with crackers or toasted baguette slices.

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