Smooth and Creamy Italian Dip
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Smooth and Creamy Italian Dip, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering. Made with a luscious blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and tangy Parmesan, this dip delivers bold Italian flavors thanks to a hint of garlic powder, fragrant dried Italian seasoning, and a touch of black pepper. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking needed, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for last-minute entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley, it pairs beautifully with crunchy vegetables, crusty bread, or crispy crackers. Whether it’s a game day snack or an elegant party spread, this creamy dip is always a hit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the cream cheese. Make sure it is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, and grated Parmesan cheese to the bowl.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Using a hand mixer or a sturdy whisk, beat the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to fully incorporate all the ingredients.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and, if desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Serve immediately with crackers, breadsticks, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and celery sticks.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving again.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.2 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 463 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 63 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.
