Creamy Dip Base (Printable)
Smooth, creamy dip base ideal for pairing with chips, veggies, or as flavorful spread options.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 cup sour cream
02 - ½ cup cream cheese, softened
03 - ¼ cup mayonnaise
→ Seasonings
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
07 - ¼ teaspoon salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Optional Add-ins
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives or dill, finely chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, cream cheese, and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and ground black pepper to the mixture; stir thoroughly until evenly blended.
03 - Gently fold in the chopped fresh chives or dill and parsley, if using.
04 - Taste the dip and modify seasoning as desired to achieve perfect balance.
05 - Cover and refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld; serve chilled with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
# Expert Hacks:
01 -
- It comes together in five minutes, leaving you more time to enjoy your guests instead of fussing in the kitchen
- This base is endlessly customizable, so you can reinvent it based on what you have on hand or what mood strikes you
- It's the kind of dip people keep coming back to, asking if you made it yourself, and yes, you absolutely did
02 -
- Cold cream cheese will make lumps, not dreams. Always, always soften it first, there are no shortcuts here.
- The thirty-minute chill isn't just tradition, it's when the seasonings fully bloom and the dip becomes its best self. Serve it cold, not room temperature.
03 -
- Always taste and adjust seasoning just before serving, not right after making it, flavors shift during the chill time
- Keep this dip in the fridge and it stays fresh for up to four days, making it perfect for preparing ahead of parties