Festive Cream Cheese Dip
Elevate your holiday gatherings with this irresistible Festive Cream Cheese Dip, a creamy and flavor-packed appetizer that's as delightful to look at as it is to eat. Made with softened cream cheese, tangy sour cream, sharp cheddar, and a hint of garlic and paprika, this no-bake dip delivers a perfect balance of rich and savory flavors. Finely chopped green onions provide a fresh bite, while a vibrant topping of diced red bell peppers and parsley adds festive flair. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this versatile dip pairs beautifully with crackers, veggies, or toasted baguette slices, making it an effortless crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Perfect for holiday parties or game day spreads, this show-stopping dip is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 stalks green onions (finely chopped)
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp pepper
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper (diced, for garnish)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or a spatula to blend until smooth and creamy.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or platter and spread it into an even layer.
Sprinkle the diced red bell pepper and chopped parsley on top of the dip as garnishes to give it a festive appearance.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve with crackers, sliced vegetables, or toasted baguette slices. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1746 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.0 g | 208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.6 g | 513% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 487 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 2217 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.0 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1380 mg | 106% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 586 mg | 12% | |
*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.
