Cheddar Dip
Creamy, savory, and irresistibly cheesy, this easy homemade Cheddar Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game days, parties, or casual snacking. Made with a rich blend of sharp cheddar cheese, tangy cream cheese, and sour cream, it’s perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and just a hint of optional hot sauce for a kick of heat. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this ultra-smooth dip is as simple as it is satisfying. Garnished with fresh chives for a pop of color, it pairs beautifully with chips, pretzels, or crisp veggies. Whether served fresh or made ahead, this versatile dip will have everyone coming back for more. Perfect for sharing—or not!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture, stirring until well combined.
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce (if using). Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
Taste the dip and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or hot sauce based on personal preference.
Transfer the cheddar dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh chives.
Serve immediately with your choice of chips, pretzels, or freshly cut veggies. Alternatively, cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving if chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.0 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.1 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 492 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 52 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
