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These Christmas dip recipes are fast, festive, and perfect for holiday parties. This collection includes hot crowd-pleasers, cold creamy options, show-stopping presentations, and sweet dessert dips that come together in 15-30 minutes with simple ingredients.
Most are make-ahead friendly or no-bake, so you can prep early and enjoy your gathering. Great for Christmas Eve dinners, family parties, office celebrations, and potlucks.
Looking for more party-ready appetizers? Check out our Festive Christmas Appetizers and Game Day Appetizers collections for even more crowd-pleasing ideas.
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Hot & Melty Dips
Warm, gooey, and cheesy, these hot dips bring that cozy, straight-from-the-oven comfort everyone craves around the holidays.
Cheesy Baked Garlic Dip
Cheesy Baked Garlic Dip has tons of creamy cheeses and roasted garlic – all the flavors of your Garlic Bread in a delicious appetizer dip!
Cheesy Hot Shrimp Dip
Hot Shrimp Dip is cheesy, creamy, and an easy party appetizer! It takes just a few minutes to prep it’s even make-ahead friendly!
Hot Bacon Dip
This hot bacon dip is creamy, cheesy, and baked until golden — the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer for holidays or game day!
Spinach Artichoke Dip
The Best Spinach Artichoke Dip is a super creamy and cheesy appetizer dip to serve at parties or just for when you’re craving something really sinful!
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip has chicken, cream cheese, Mozzarella, Ranch and Buffalo sauce cooked in a crock pot for the perfect appetizer.
3-Ingredient Rotel Dip
With only three ingredients, this quick and easy Rotel Dip will be a favorite at any party. The perfect blend of cheesy, spicy goodness, this dip always gets eaten quickly.
Cold & Creamy Dips
These chilled dips come together fast and stay party-ready for hours, making them ideal for make-ahead hosting. They’re smooth, scoopable, and pair with everything from chips to crudités.
7 Layer Dip
7 Layer Dip has layers of seasoned refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese and toppings. Customizable dip recipe for any party!
Bacon Ranch Cheeseball
A Bacon Ranch Cheeseball is the perfect party appetizer. A cheese ball is easy to make, tastes amazing and is a real crowd pleaser.
Smoked Salmon Dip
Smoked Salmon Dip is a creamy, elegant appetizer with just a few simple ingredients. This crowd-pleasing dip is as easy as it is delicious!
Pimento Cheese Dip
Pimento Cheese is made with simple ingredients like cream cheese (no mayo), cheddar, and pimento peppers for a delicious spread or dip.
Sour Cream and Onion Dip
Homemade Sour Cream and Onion Dip is better than anything from a packet. Just 8 ingredients and 10 minutes to make this sour cream chip dip!
Cold Shrimp Dip
Whip up a creamy Cream Cheese Shrimp Dip in minutes! It's a perfect party appetizer made with pre-cooked shrimp. Easy and delicious!
Show-Stopping Dips
These stunning dips are all about presentation — think vibrant colors, festive garnishes, and that “wow” factor on the holiday table. They’re gorgeous, fun, and guaranteed to impress your guests.
Cranberry Jalapeno Dip
Cranberry Jalapeño Dip is made with just 7 ingredients and less than 10 minutes of active time, for a creamy, spicy and tangy appetizer with the most stunning festive color.
Pineapple Cheese Ball
A Pineapple Cheese Ball is simple and delicious, needs only 7 ingredients and less than 10 minutes to prepare. It's creamy, sweet and savory! You can even mold this into a wreath or other holiday shape.
Baked Brie with Jam Recipe
Baked Brie is a beautiful appetizer that's perfect for holiday parties. Made with Brie cheese, jam, and walnuts baked in puff pastry. Only 10 minutes of hands-on prep and you can use any jam you like (or cranberry sauce!)
Mexican Corn Dip
Hot Mexican Corn Dip has the flavors of Mexican Street Corn in a creamy, cheesy dip made with roasted corn. Serve it in a cast iron skillet with lots of colorful garnishes.
Blueberry Goat Cheese
Creamy, sweet, and tangy, this Blueberry Goat Cheese is a beautiful appetizer with just 7 ingredients and less than 20 minutes to make. Use frozen blueberries to make this year-round. It would also be delicious with strawberries for a red and white dip!
Crab Dip Cheese Ball
Crab Dip Cheese Ball is made with cream cheese, crab meat, Mozzarella and seasonings. A pure flavor explosion, this easy cheese ball is perfect for parties.
Sweet Dessert Dips
These dessert dips are crowd-pleasing, no-bake treats that taste like holiday favorites in creamy dip form. Serve with cookies, pretzels, or fruit for a fun and crave-worthy snack.
Sugar Cookie Dough Dip
This sugar cookie dip takes 3 ingredients and 5 minutes to whip up! It's topped with festive sprinkles and is great for any Christmas party!
Hot Chocolate Dip Recipe
This Hot Chocolate Dip is the easiest and most festive dessert you’ll have this season!
Cookie Dough Dip
Ditch the oven and make Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip instead! It's everything you love about cookie dough in a creamy, decadent, egg free, no bake dip!
Pumpkin Dip
This creamy pumpkin dip takes 5 minutes with 5 ingredients! Perfect no-bake fall dessert with cream cheese and warm spices. Great for parties!
Cream Cheese Apple Dip
Cream Cheese Apple Dip is sweet, tangy and creamy. You only need 6 simple ingredients and 5 minutes to make this sweet and healthy treat.
Cherry Cheesecake Dip
Cherry Cheesecake Dip is an easy dessert dip made with sweetened cream cheese and cherry pie filling. Serve with graham crackers or pretzels.
Dietary-Friendly Dips
Whether you need vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, or lighter options, these dips use simple ingredients without sacrificing flavor. They’re wholesome, flexible, and perfect for keeping every guest happy.
Note: Make sure to double-check ingredient labels and make appropriate swaps based on your guests’ specific dietary needs.
Restaurant Style Salsa
The best Restaurant Style Salsa uses a combination of fresh and pantry ingredients. It's ready in minutes and made in your food processor!
Guacamole Recipe
The best Guacamole is simple, flavorful and easy to make with just 6 fresh ingredients. This easy guacamole recipe is a must for taco night!
Honey Mustard Dip
Honey Mustard Dip is a simple, creamy, sweet and tangy 5-ingredient dipping sauce for pretzels, veggies, chicken nuggets and more.
Homemade Hummus
Homemade Hummus is so easy and the results are soft, creamy, and flavorful. Serve with pita chips or veggies for a simple, healthy snack.
Sweet Potato Dip
Sweet and savory, with warm spices, Sweet Potato Dip is a light and satisfying appetizer. Made with simple ingredients and great with pita chips!
What to Dip
- Classic crackers and chips – Tortilla chips, pita chips, water crackers, butter crackers, and club crackers work with almost any dip. Keep a variety on hand so guests have options.
- Bread options – Sliced baguette, toasted crostini, breadsticks, and soft pretzels are great for hot cheesy dips and cream cheese-based spreads.
- Fresh vegetables – Carrots, celery, bell peppers, cucumber rounds, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli florets add color and crunch. A veggie tray is perfect for lighter dips and guests watching their carbs.
- Low-carb alternatives – Endive leaves, cucumber slices, and bell pepper strips work well for keto-friendly guests.
- Sweet dipper pairings – Graham crackers, vanilla wafers, apple slices, strawberries, pretzels, and cookies are perfect for dessert dips.
Dip Serving & Presentation Tips
- Mix hot and cold dips – Aim for 2-3 hot dips and 2 cold options so guests have variety throughout the party. Hot dips draw people in first, while cold dips hold up longer on the table.
- Plan your quantities – Count on about 3-4 tablespoons of dip per person if serving multiple appetizers, or ½ cup per person if dips are your main focus. For parties with 15+ guests, make 4-5 different dips.
- Keep hot dips warm – Use slow cookers on the “warm” setting, chafing dishes, or warming trays so dips stay at the right temperature. Check every 20-30 minutes and stir gently to prevent edges from drying out.
- Add festive garnishes – Top dips with red and green elements like diced red peppers, pomegranate arils, fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, chives), or cherry tomatoes. Simple garnishes make dips look holiday-ready.
- Create levels on your table – Use cake stands, wooden boards, or stacked books under platters to create different heights. This makes the spread look more abundant and helps guests reach everything easily.
More Dip Tips
- Make dips ahead for easy hosting — Most cold dips can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator. Hot dips can be assembled (but not baked) up to 24 hours ahead, then baked just before serving. Add fresh garnishes right before guests arrive.
- Soften cream cheese for smooth blending — Many of these dips use cream cheese as a base. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before mixing, or microwave for 10-15 seconds to soften for easier blending.
- Fix dips that get too thick – Thin them out with a splash of milk, cream, or the liquid from the recipe (like pickle juice for ranch dips or lime juice for Mexican dips). Stir well and add a tablespoon at a time until you reach the right consistency.
- Transport dips safely – Cold dips travel well in sealed containers stored in a cooler with ice packs. For hot dips, assemble in a disposable aluminum pan, cover tightly, and bake at your destination. Or bake at home, wrap in foil and towels to keep warm, and serve within an hour.
