20+ Dips for a Holiday Gathering — perfect for parties, family and game days! Simple ingredients, big flavor. Easy, creamy, flavorful and always a hit! Every dip below comes with its own photo, ingredients and step-by-step instructions.
Easy
Creamy & Flavorful
Always a Hit
In This Collection
- Classic Cheese Dip
- Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Guacamole Dip
- 7 Layer Dip
- Queso Dip
- Hummus Dip
- Pesto Parmesan Dip
- Pimento Cheese Dip
- Taco Dip
- Crab Dip
- Sweet & Spicy Dip
- Whipped Feta Dip
- Roasted Red Pepper Dip
- Mediterranean Dip
- Chocolate Dessert Dip
- Salsa Verde Dip
- Cheddar Bacon Dip
- Tzatziki Dip
- Roasted Garlic Dip
- Caramelized Onion Dip
- French Onion Dip
Classic Cheese Dip
Creamy & Classic!
Ingredients
- Cheddar cheese
- Cream cheese
- Milk
- Seasonings
How to Make
Step 1: Melt the cheddar and cream cheese with the milk over low heat, stirring constantly until silky.
Step 2: Season with garlic powder, paprika and a pinch of salt.
Step 3: Serve warm with crackers and veggies. Creamy and classic.
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Warm & Creamy!
Ingredients
- Cream cheese
- Spinach
- Artichokes
- Parmesan
How to Make
Step 1: Mix the softened cream cheese with the squeezed-dry spinach, chopped artichokes and parmesan.
Step 2: Spread in a baking dish and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Step 3: Serve warm with chips or bread. Warm and creamy.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Spicy & Addictive!
Ingredients
- Chicken
- Cream cheese
- Hot sauce
- Cheddar cheese
How to Make
Step 1: Shred the cooked chicken and mix with the cream cheese, hot sauce and half the cheddar.
Step 2: Spread in a baking dish, top with the rest of the cheddar and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes until bubbly.
Step 3: Serve hot with celery and chips. Spicy and addictive.
Guacamole Dip
Fresh & Healthy!
Ingredients
- Avocado
- Lime juice
- Tomato
- Garlic
How to Make
Step 1: Mash the avocados to your favorite texture — chunky is best for parties.
Step 2: Stir in the lime juice, diced tomato and minced garlic, then season with salt.
Step 3: Serve right away with tortilla chips. Fresh and healthy.
7 Layer Dip
Colorful & Flavorful!
Ingredients
- Refried beans
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
- Cheese
How to Make
Step 1: Spread the refried beans in a glass dish, then layer the sour cream and guacamole.
Step 2: Top with shredded cheese and your favorite extras so every layer shows.
Step 3: Chill for 30 minutes and serve with chips. Colorful and flavorful.
Queso Dip
Cheesy & Smooth!
Ingredients
- Velveeta
- Milk
- Rotel
- Jalapeños
How to Make
Step 1: Melt the Velveeta with the milk over low heat, stirring constantly so it stays silky.
Step 2: Stir in the Rotel and diced jalapeños.
Step 3: Serve warm with tortilla chips. Cheesy and smooth.
Hummus Dip
Healthy & Fresh!
Ingredients
- Chickpeas
- Tahini
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
How to Make
Step 1: Blend the drained chickpeas with the tahini, lemon juice and garlic until silky smooth.
Step 2: Add a splash of cold water for extra creaminess and season with salt and olive oil.
Step 3: Serve with veggies and pita. Healthy and fresh.
Pesto Parmesan Dip
Rich & Savory!
Ingredients
- Cream cheese
- Pesto
- Parmesan
- Garlic
How to Make
Step 1: Beat the cream cheese with the pesto, grated parmesan and minced garlic until smooth.
Step 2: Spoon into a bowl and swirl the top with a drizzle of pesto.
Step 3: Serve with toasted bread and crackers. Rich and savory.
Pimento Cheese Dip
Southern Charm!
Ingredients
- Cheddar cheese
- Mayo
- Pimentos
- Spices
How to Make
Step 1: Beat the mayonnaise with a pinch of spices, then fold in the shredded cheddar and drained pimentos.
Step 2: Chill for 30 minutes so the flavors blend.
Step 3: Serve with crackers and celery. Southern charm in a bowl.
Taco Dip
Taco Night Favorite!
Ingredients
- Cream cheese
- Salsa
- Sour cream
- Taco seasoning
How to Make
Step 1: Beat the cream cheese with the sour cream and taco seasoning until smooth and spread it in a dish.
Step 2: Top with salsa and your favorite taco toppings.
Step 3: Chill and serve with chips. A taco night favorite.
Crab Dip
Elegant & Indulgent!
Ingredients
- Cream cheese
- Crab meat
- Mayo
- Spices
How to Make
Step 1: Mix the cream cheese and mayo with the crab meat and spices, keeping the crab in nice chunks.
Step 2: Spread in a baking dish and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Step 3: Serve hot with toasted bread. Elegant and indulgent.
Sweet & Spicy Dip
Sweet Heat!
Ingredients
- Cream cheese
- Honey
- Chili flakes
- Lemon juice
How to Make
Step 1: Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then stir in the honey, chili flakes and lemon juice.
Step 2: Taste and adjust the heat — a little more chili goes a long way.
Step 3: Chill and serve with crackers. Sweet heat in every bite.
Whipped Feta Dip
Light & Tangy!
Ingredients
- Feta cheese
- Greek yogurt
- Olive oil
- Garlic
How to Make
Step 1: Whip the feta and Greek yogurt with the olive oil and garlic until light and fluffy.
Step 2: Spoon into a bowl and swirl the top.
Step 3: Top with fresh herbs and serve with toasted bread. Light and tangy.
Roasted Red Pepper Dip
Vibrant & Creamy!
Ingredients
- Roasted red peppers
- Cream cheese
- Parmesan
- Garlic
How to Make
Step 1: Blend the drained roasted peppers with the cream cheese, parmesan and garlic until smooth.
Step 2: Season with salt and a pinch of chili if you like heat.
Step 3: Serve with pita and veggies. Vibrant and creamy.
Mediterranean Dip
Fresh & Zesty!
Ingredients
- Greek yogurt
- Feta cheese
- Olives
- Herbs
How to Make
Step 1: Spread the Greek yogurt in a shallow bowl and crumble the feta over the top.
Step 2: Scatter the chopped olives and fresh herbs, then drizzle with olive oil and lemon.
Step 3: Serve with warm pita. Fresh and zesty.
Chocolate Dessert Dip
Sweet & Indulgent!
Ingredients
- Cream cheese
- Chocolate
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla
How to Make
Step 1: Beat the cream cheese with the melted chocolate, powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
Step 2: Add a splash of milk if you want it softer for dipping.
Step 3: Serve with strawberries, cookies and pretzels. Sweet and indulgent.
Salsa Verde Dip
Zesty & Fresh!
Ingredients
- Sour cream
- Salsa verde
- Cream cheese
- Lime juice
How to Make
Step 1: Beat the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth, then stir in the salsa verde and lime juice.
Step 2: Taste and add more lime for extra zing.
Step 3: Chill and serve with chips. Zesty and fresh.
Cheddar Bacon Dip
Cheesy & Crunchy!
Ingredients
- Cream cheese
- Cheddar cheese
- Bacon bits
- Green onions
How to Make
Step 1: Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then fold in the shredded cheddar, bacon bits and sliced green onions.
Step 2: Chill for 30 minutes so the flavors blend.
Step 3: Serve with crackers. Cheesy and crunchy.
Tzatziki Dip
Cool & Refreshing!
Ingredients
- Greek yogurt
- Cucumber
- Garlic
- Dill
How to Make
Step 1: Grate the cucumber, squeeze it dry in a towel, and mix with the yogurt, minced garlic and chopped dill.
Step 2: Season with salt and a squeeze of lemon.
Step 3: Chill for 30 minutes and serve with pita. Cool and refreshing.
Roasted Garlic Dip
Rich & Flavorful!
Ingredients
- Cream cheese
- Roasted garlic
- Sour cream
- Herbs
How to Make
Step 1: Squeeze the roasted garlic from its skins and mash it into the cream cheese and sour cream.
Step 2: Fold in the chopped fresh herbs and season with salt and pepper.
Step 3: Chill and serve with toasted bread. Rich and flavorful.
Caramelized Onion Dip
Rich & Savory!
Ingredients
- Sour cream
- Mayonnaise
- Caramelized onions
- Chives
How to Make
Step 1: Caramelize the sliced onions in butter over low heat for 25-30 minutes until deep golden and sweet.
Step 2: Cool the onions, then mix with the sour cream, mayonnaise and chopped chives.
Step 3: Chill and serve with potato chips. Rich and savory.
French Onion Dip
Creamy & Classic!
Ingredients
- Sour cream
- Mayonnaise
- Onion soup mix
- Chives
How to Make
Step 1: Whisk the sour cream and mayonnaise with the onion soup mix until smooth.
Step 2: Fold in the chopped chives and chill for at least 30 minutes so the flavors marry.
Step 3: Serve with potato chips and crackers. Creamy and classic.
Pro Tips
- Serve with chips, veggies, crackers or bread — a mix of dippers covers every dip.
- Make ahead and chill for better flavor — cold dips taste best after a night in the fridge.
- Use fresh, quality ingredients for the best taste — good cheese, fresh herbs and ripe produce make the difference.
- Mix & match for a beautiful spread — pair a hot dip, a cold dip, a fresh dip and a sweet dip.
- Refill small bowls often — dairy dips should not sit out for more than 2 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many dips should I serve at a holiday gathering?
Three to four dips is the sweet spot — one creamy, one cheesy, one fresh and one sweet — so guests have variety without waste.
Can I make these dips ahead of time?
Yes — cold dips taste even better made a day ahead. Hot dips can be assembled in advance and baked right before serving.
What are the best dippers for a holiday spread?
Tortilla chips, potato chips, crackers, toasted bread, pita and fresh veggies cover every dip on this list.
Which dips are best for game days?
Buffalo chicken dip, queso, 7 layer dip and taco dip are game-day legends.
Is there a dessert dip on this list?
Yes — the chocolate dessert dip with strawberries, cookies and pretzels for dipping.