80 Best Party Dip Recipes That Are Easy to Serve a Crowd
From cheesy layers to crab to avocado and more, there will be plenty of chip dunking.
You could have a Super Bowl party without dip and Super Bowl snacks. You could also have a campfire without s’mores, a movie without popcorn or pie without ice cream. But why do that to yourself? From cool, creamy guac to tangy pimiento cheese dip, you have an endless variety of scoopable party dip recipes to choose from.
Since dips are super simple to make in large batches, they make a great easy appetizer or finger food at your next get-together. Heck, make them the entire meal: We’ve even got a few dessert dips in case you want to finish on a sweet note. Stick to the classics, like gooey spinach-artichoke or crab dip, or try something new-to-you: We love a bright, sumac-laden Turkish muhammara or funky Korean ssamjang. There are even vegan options, with a base of creamy avocado, nuts or legumes.
While these are all ideal for a group, you definitely don’t have to wait for a party to make them. We love having a batch of homemade hummus in the fridge for dipping (pro-tip: this makes for an excellent, low-effort snack for kids). So whether it’s Super Bowl Sunday or a random Tuesday night, go grab your favorite carb or veggie and get munching.
Dill Dip
A light and fresh dip that's still super creamy and delicious thanks to the Greek yogurt.
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Tzatziki
This fresh, yogurt-based dip is cool as a cucumber — particularly since it has lots of actual cucumber grated into it.
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Creamy Beer Cheese
We love beer, and we love cheese. But we love this uber-rich, gooey beer cheese dip most of all — especially when we’ve got some soft pretzels on the side for dunking.
Get the Creamy Beer Cheese recipe.
Air Fryer Tostones with Cilantro Dip
Starchy, crunchy tostones — i.e. twice-fried green plantains — are the perfect pairing for this spunky cilantro-based dip. We’d also gobble it up with tortilla chips, or even drizzled onto some tacos.
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Creamy Cannoli Dip
If you’ve never thought to turn your favorite Sicilian pastry into a dip, now’s the time to start. You don’t even have to make your own cannoli shells: Simply pick up some store bought waffle cookies and use them to scoop up the rich mascarpone-and-ricotta mixture.
Get the Creamy Cannoli Dip recipe.
Raita
Raita makes a delicious cooling side to Indian dishes like biryani and lamb kebabs, but we also love it as a spin on the typical yogurt-based dip. Serve with papadum — a type of thin, crisp Indian flatbread — or with naan or pita.
Get the Raita recipe.
Roasted Pepper Dip
This rich, smoky roasted red pepper dip is like a pared-down version of the classic Catalonian sauce, romesco. Save the leftovers to eat with fish or grilled bread.
Get the Roasted Pepper Dip recipe.
Chorizo Queso Potato Skins
Why use homemade potato skins to scoop up molten, chorizo-studded queso dip? Because you can — that’s why.
Get the Chorizo Queso Potato Skins recipe.
Herbed White Bean Dip
Kale, scallions and basil make this veggie-forward dip bright and flavorful.
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Pizza Dip
Dipping into layers of gooey mozzarella and bright, tangy sauce is like biting into a slice of your favorite pizza.
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Cowboy Caviar
Combine fresh corn and beans for a light, fresh dip to pair with tortilla chips.
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Easy Red Salsa
Homemade salsa is easier to make than you think! Once you try this version, you'll never go back to the jarred stuff.
Get the Easy Red Salsa recipe.
Vegan Caesar Dressing
Turn your favorite dressing into a plant-based dip! Perfect for veggies, bread — you name it.
Get the Vegan Caesar Dressing recipe.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
This warm bowl is bound to please your Super Bowl party guests. Plus, you can make it up to a day ahead, so you have more time to cheer on your team.
Get the Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe.
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Yellow Split Pea Dip
This easy dip is made with yellow lentils and turmeric, giving it a gorgeous golden hue that stands out on the app table.
Get the Yellow Split Pea Dip recipe.
Roasted Artichokes with Caesar Dip
Think beyond salad dressing. This classic is the perfect condiment for steamy roasted artichokes.
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
We amp up the flavor of this classic dip by roasting our own peppers for a colorful twist.
Get the Roasted Red Pepper Hummus recipe.
Churro Chips with Spiced Chocolate Dip
This Mexican-inspired dessert dip has the perfect balance of sweet and spicy thanks to the chipotle chile mixed in with the chocolate.
Muhammara Dip
This Turkish-inspired dip is made with red peppers, walnuts, lemon, garlic and sumac for an intensely flavorful spread that will be the hit of your party.
Get the Muhammara Dip recipe.
Vegan Queso
You'll never believe this creamy, dreamy dip is vegan.
Get the Vegan Queso recipe.
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