Looking for the best cold dip recipes to serve at your next gathering? Whether you’re hosting a summer BBQ, birthday party, or potluck, these easy homemade cold dips are guaranteed to be a hit. From creamy classics to zesty favorites, these party appetizers pair perfectly with finger foods like chips, crackers, and veggies.
Ditch the store bought dip and get ready to impress your crowd with these delicious homemade cold chip dip recipes.
Best Cold Chip Dip Recipes For A Party
Nothing brings people together like a good dip! Whether you’re planning a laid-back summer BBQ, a lively birthday party, or a big potluck, you need a lineup of easy homemade cold dips that everyone will love.
These old-fashioned chip dip recipes are tried-and-true favorites—perfect for scooping, dunking, and snacking all night long. From creamy, tangy classics to bold and zesty blends, these snack dips are the ultimate party appetizers. Grab your chips and let’s dive in!
3 Ingredient Sausage Cream Cheese Dip Courtesy of By Kelsey Smith
This chunky 3-ingredient sausage cream cheese dip recipe, which includes hot sausage, cream cheese, and Rotel, is the ideal game-day snack.
Enjoy this dip with tortilla chips, crackers, or raw veggies on Labor Day, New Year’s Eve, a football game watch party, or Super Bowl Sunday.
4 Ingredient Eggplant Onion Dip Courtesy of Go Cook Yummy
This Eggplant and Onion Dip, made with just four ingredients, will tantalize your taste buds. Creamy, dreamy, and ideal for all occasions.
With just a few ingredients, you’ll create pure magic that will make you wonder why you didn’t try it sooner!
5 Minute Olive Dip Recipe With Cream Cheese Courtesy of Greedy Girl Gourmet
A simple 3-ingredient, 5-minute cream cheese olive dip recipe that has everyone asking for seconds!
Because there are so few ingredients in this green olive dip, each one must work extra hard, so use high-quality ingredients.
Baba Ganoush Dip Courtesy of World of Vegan
Are you a hummus lover? Then try this delicious baba ganoush dip recipe! It’s made from delicious roasted eggplants and tastes fantastic!
Return to dips and spreads! It’s time to get away from our beloved hummus (just for a little while!) and try something new. This Baba Ganoush dip recipe from the Leon: Fast Vegan cookbook is incredibly tasty. Full of amazing flavor and incredibly healthy!
Have you ever tried eggplant dip before? It may sound strange, but you’ll be surprised at how delicious it is. It only has three ingredients: lemon juice, roasted eggplants (of course!) and tahini (or sesame paste). Perfect for dipping fresh vegetables in or spreading on pitas.
Bacon Tomato Dip Courtesy of Grits And Gouda
If you enjoy BLT sandwiches, you’ll love this low-carb Bacon Tomato Dip! Ideal for tailgating, backyard barbecues, game nights, Christmas parties, and bridal showers.
Bbq Chicken Dip Courtesy of Foodie Father
There is no party without a good dip, especially if it is delicious, easy to make, and can be prepared ahead of time. This BBQ Chicken Dip is just that.
To say it’s delicious is an understatement; this recipe is full of flavor, creamy, and has everything a good dip recipe should have: flavor, a thick and spreadable consistency, and the easy-to-make factor, which I believe is essential.
Blt Dip Courtesy of Take Two Tapas
BLT Dip has all of the delicious juicy and smoky flavors of a classic BLT, but in dip form, so grab your chips and dig in! Great for sharing!
Creamy BLT Dip is delicious with tortilla chips, crackers, tortilla bowls, pita chips, or on top of a sliced baguette. It’s ideal for snacking during movie nights, but it also works well as part of a barbecue table spread. With a fresh salad on top, there are numerous ways to customize it!
Broccoli Dip Courtesy of Take Two Tapas
Hot Broccoli Dip is extra cheesy and loaded with flavorful broccoli! Serve alongside your favorite chips and crackers. Ideal for any occasion!
Broccoli Dip is an excellent party dip for game day, holiday parties, potlucks, family gatherings, girl’s night out, or any day of the week. Just like this Pizza or Cheeseburger Dip!
With a quick and simple preparation, you can have everything mixed and ready to go before your guests arrive. Simply place it in the oven, bake for 25 minutes, and prepare to be transported to cheese heaven!
Chili Lime Sunflower Seed Dip Courtesy of Life Around The Table
Chili Lime Sunflower Seed Dip is a creamy, tangy dip made with raw sunflower seeds, carrot, olive oil, fresh citrus juice, and other ingredients.
If you leave out the chili powder and maple syrup, you’ll have a great base recipe for getting creative and experimenting with different dip flavors! The options are limitless.
Chuys Jalapeno Ranch Dip Copycat Recipe With Hidden Valley Ranch Courtesy of Our Farmer House
If you enjoy Chuy’s Jalapeno Ranch Dip, this is a must-try Copycat Recipe using Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing Mix. It tastes exactly like the restaurant version.
Cilantro Lime Dip Courtesy of Dizzy Busy And Hungry!
Cilantro Lime Dip is great with tortilla chips and margaritas, or as a flavorful topping for fish, chicken, or burgers!
Creamy Green Olive Dip Courtesy of Cup Of Zest
Creamy Green Olive Dip is a simple party snack made with cream cheese, pimento-stuffed olives, aromatics, and herbs.
This Creamy Green Olive Dip is the perfect way to use up that jar of olives in your cupboard! This luscious green olive dip combines cream cheese, pimento-stuffed olives, sour cream, and a few flavor boosters.
Creamy Jalapeno Dip Courtesy of I Heart Vegetables
If you enjoy spices, this one is for you. This sauce is excellent as a vegetable dip, but it’s also delicious on roasted vegetables, as a sandwich spread, drizzled over tacos, or spread on a veggie burger.
Look for peppers that feel firm and have no blemishes or soft spots. Consider the size of the pepper. For spicier dips or recipes, use smaller jalapeños instead of larger ones. Avoid soft or shriveled jalapeños, as they are likely.
Creamy Veggie Dip Courtesy of Feels Like Home
There is no better snack than a platter of veggies paired with this creamy and delicious Easy Veggie Dip recipe!
It really only takes 5 minutes to make a homemade veggie dip from scratch, and it tastes so much better than anything you can buy from the store.
Easy Vegan Veggie Dip Courtesy of Hassle Free Vegan
This Easy Creamy Vegan Veggie Dip is ideal for serving with fresh vegetables. It’s creamy, tangy, and delicious.
It’s rich and creamy and complements almost any vegetable. The secret ingredient is horseradish, which adds a zesty flavor.
Million Dollar Dip Courtesy of I Hacked Diabetes
Feel like a million bucks with this low carb million-dollar dip. Cheese, bacon crumbles, and slivered almonds combine to create a rich and creamy dish.
Serve this dip at your next gathering, or keep it in the fridge for a satisfying snack whenever you need one. Dip with fresh vegetables such as peppers and celery, or with crunchy pork rinds.
Romesco Dip Courtesy of Debra Klein
Oil-free Romesco dip comes together in just 5 minutes using simple pantry staples. This vibrant vegan dip is packed with bold, smoky flavors and deep umami richness. It’s a deliciously satisfying party appetizer and a must-have addition to any charcuterie board.
Vegan Cashew Queso Dip Courtesy of Two City Vegans
This quick and easy vegan cashew queso recipe is perfect for serving during game night, topping nachos, or making your favorite Tex Mex at home!
This plant-based queso-style dip, made with cashews and nutritional yeast, is perfect for satisfying that craving! It’s creamy, cheesy, and completely addictive!
If you’re new to vegan “cheese,” raw cashews are a popular substitute because their creamy texture blends with nutritional yeast to create the ideal cheesy texture and flavor.
Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip Courtesy of A Sweet Alternative
This dairy-free spinach artichoke dip is thick, creamy, and full of flavor. It’s simple to make and ideal for entertaining.
This gluten-free spinach artichoke dip is best served warm with your favorite crackers (such as these chickpea flour crackers or these delicious amaranth crackers), tortilla chips, bread, or fresh raw vegetables. If you enjoy vegan cheese, transfer the dip to an oven-safe dish and top with shredded vegan cheese. Then, set your oven to broil and let the cheese melt before serving. This should only take a minute or two, so do not walk away from the oven or it will burn.
White Bean And Garlic Herb Dip Courtesy of Debra Klein
This simple recipe for vegan white bean dip with garlic and herbs is delicious and takes only 5 minutes to prepare!
Zesty White Bean Spread And Dip Courtesy of Babaganosh
This zesty white bean spread made with Great Northern beans can be used as a sandwich spread or as a dip for your favorite vegetables and pita chips.
