1Bacon Spinach Dip
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREWe love baked spinach dip more than we like to admit, and this is one of our faves. The smoky bacon bits make it feel extra fancy, but feel free to skip for vegetarians. It's got enough going on with the three types of cheese.
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2Cannoli Chips & Dip
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3Whipped Ricotta With Olives & Roasted Red Peppers
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON 4Muhammara Dip With Crudités
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAMLooking for a last-minute app? Add this sweet and tangy roasted red pepper dip to your next dinner party menu. Muhammara comes together in 30 minutes using jarred roasted red peppers, bread crumbs, walnuts, a few special ingredients, and a food processor. Trust us—once you've tried it, it'll become a staple on your appetizer roster.
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5Smoked Trout Spread
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAMThis easy-to-make appetizer is a guaranteed hit at any holiday party. Creamy, smoky, and bright, it's delicious piled onto toasted bread, crackers, or crisp endive leaves.
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6Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip
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7Funfetti Dip
PHOTO; ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLIST; MAKINZE GOREIf you love it as much as we do, it’s time to switch it up and try a quicker, simpler version of funfetti in dip form—because why not! Think of it like a vanilla buttercream frosting you can dip into, and it's packed with all the nostalgic flavor from imitation vanilla extract and the crunch from confetti sprinkles.
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8Pimento Cheese
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANIIf you love party dips like Buffalo chicken or spinach artichoke, you’ll LOVE pimento cheese. This soft, creamy spread loaded with shredded cheddar cheese and spiked with diced pimento peppers and hot sauce can be served hot or cold (so make it ahead of time!).
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9Homemade Hummus
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE 10Whipped Mozzarella Dip With Burst Cherry Tomatoes
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11Nashville Hot Chicken Dip
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE 12Homemade Salsa
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONWhile you may be tempted to grab a jar from the store, trust us—making it homemade is not only worthwhile in the flavor department, but also couldn’t be easier to create and customize to your tastes. No matter what salsa camp you fall into—chunky vs. smooth, spicy vs. mild—we’ve got all the top tips here to make simple, fresh salsa right at home, just how you like it.
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13Skillet Beer Cheese
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDSNo matter the occasion, this dip is sure to get the party started. All you need are cheese, beer, a few staple spices and a skillet, and you’ve got a crowd-pleasing appetizer on your hands that will be the star of any campfire feast or game day spread.
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14Best Guacamole
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANIWe can all agree: it's not a party without Mexico’s most famous dip. We're obviously huge fans of a mix-in moment, but for this recipe, we prefer to keep it simple to really let the star of the show—avocados—shine.
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15Caramelized Onion Dip
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: Taylor Ann SPENCERWith this recipe, we take the classic onion dip one step further by incorporating deeply caramelized onions into the mix. It takes a little longer than you might think (we’re talking at least one hour), but we promise it’s worth it.
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16Cranberry Brie Biscuit Dip
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17Buffalo Chicken Dip
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONThis instant classic remains a favorite of dip lovers everywhere. It's so quick and easy to make. (This recipe only takes 10 minutes to throw together, though if you want to make it even EASIER, you can choose to make it in your slow cooker.)
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18Smoked Salmon Dip
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDSLox lovers—this smoked salmon dip is about to be your new go-to party dip. Smoked salmon, spicy horseradish, bright lemon, and finely chopped dill all get mixed into a cream cheese and Greek yogurt base for the creamiest savory dip imaginable.
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19Hot Crab Dip
Emily Hlavac Green Okay we'll say it: Hot crab dip belongs in the party dip hall of fame. Packed with melty cheese and sweet, tender crab meat, this rich dip is the perfect opener to your holiday celebration. While it may seem extra fancy, it's too easy to whip up.
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20Cheesy Mini Meatball Skillet Dip
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