Blue Cheese and Roasted Garlic Dip Spread
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Blue Cheese and Roasted Garlic Dip Spread, a perfect blend of bold flavors and velvety texture that will elevate any appetizer spread. Roasted garlic takes center stage, its golden, caramelized cloves adding a mellow sweetness that perfectly complements the tangy, pungent blue cheese. Cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise come together for a luscious base, while a splash of fresh lemon juice adds a bright tang. Enhance with finely chopped chives for a touch of freshness, and season to perfection with salt and black pepper. Ideal as a chilled dip for crackers, crusty bread, or crisp veggie sticks, this easy-to-make spread transforms humble ingredients into a gourmet treat your guests won’t be able to resist. Ready in under an hour, it’s the perfect option for entertaining, from casual gatherings to formal occasions.
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Ingredients
- 1 whole Garlic bulb
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 100 grams Blue cheese
- 120 grams Cream cheese
- 60 grams Sour cream
- 60 grams Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives (optional, finely chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Step 2
Slice off the top of the garlic bulb to expose the cloves, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap it in aluminum foil.
Step 3
Roast the wrapped garlic bulb in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until the cloves are golden and soft.
Step 4
Once the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted cloves into a medium mixing bowl, discarding the skins.
Step 5
Add the blue cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and lemon juice to the same bowl.
Step 6
Use a fork or a hand mixer to blend the ingredients together until smooth and well combined.
Step 7
Fold in the chopped chives (if using) and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 8
Transfer the dip spread to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 9
Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (473.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1709.0 |
| Total Fat 153.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g | |
| Cholesterol 285.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2309.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.0g | |
| Protein 36.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 20IU | 0% |
| Calcium 882.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 781.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories