The best, classic, quick, easy, creamy dill dip recipe, homemade with simple ingredients in one pot or bowl in 10 minutes. Serve it with with chips, vegetables and pretzels for an easy appetizer!
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This recipe is not to be mistaken with pickle dip that's much much more tangy. To be honest, I prefer this one since it has a milder flavor. It's always a hit at parties and loved by guests as much as this Spinach Artichoke Dip (One Pot). The creamy fresh flavor is enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Prep this ahead of time for football games, tailgating, birthday parties or even the holidays.
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Key ingredients
- Sour cream- Please use full fat.
- Cream cheese- Having this at room temperature will allow it to mix and blend easily.
- Mayonnaise- Please don't use the light, low fat one.
- Seasonings- Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder.
- Milk- This helps to thin out the mixture to a smooth consistency.
- Herbs- I like to use fresh dill and green onions.
Variations
- Greek yogurt version- Use Greek yogurt in place of the sour cream to add some protein and more tanginess. Greek yogurt works well because it is thicker than other yogurts.
- Cumber dill flavor- Finely dice some cucumbers and mix it in.
- Serve in a bread bowl- Hollow out a bread bowl and fill it with dip. Cut up the portion of bread you hollowed out into small pieces and use it for dipping.
- Use other herbs and spices- Add Italian Seasoning, Greek Seasoning, or add some red pepper chili flakes for a little spice.
- Use as a sauce- Use this dip as a sauce to drizzle over salmon. The dill pairs very well with this fish choice. It also makes a nice sauce for baked chicken and even chicken nuggets for the kids.
- Warm version- Add a shredded white cheese on top like mozzarella or Monterey jack. Then broil it in oven (only if using oven safe dish) until top is melted and bubbly. Serve immediately with bread, veggies and crackers.
How to make easy creamy dill dip recipe from scratch?
- Mix ingredients- Until smooth.
- Thin it- With a little milk, if necessary.
- Chill- To allow flavor to develop.
- Serve- With chips and vegetables.
What to serve with this?
- Chips- Potato, tortilla, or pita all work well.
- Vegetables- Carrot, celery, bell peppers, cucumber, broccoli, cauliflower. Basically, serve firm veggies.
- Protein- Use as a sauce on salmon, or for dipping with chicken.
- Crackers- Homemade or store-bought.
- Pretzels- Hard or soft.
- Breadsticks- Cheese-filled ones or plain or even garlic ones.
- Mozzarella sticks- These paired surprisingly well.
- Cheese sticks- Serve a variety so that guests have some choices.
- Garlic bread- Cut small slices.
- Use leftovers as a drizzle sauce on a main dish like Grilled Chicken Breasts. You can even enjoy as a spread in sandwiches and burgers. It would taste delicious as a spread on this Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich.Try it as a salad dressing too.
Tips and techniques
- Fresh dill vs. Dried dill- Fresh dill is always better because it is more flavorful, fresh and vibrant! Dried dill can be substituted, but it will need to chill longer than an hour for the flavor to develop. Dried herbs release their flavor best when heated, and this dip is not heated so if you have the choice, please choose fresh.
- Can I omit sour cream? Can I omit cream cheese? My recipe uses sour cream, cream cheese and mayo for maximum creaminess. Sour cream or mayonnaise, alone will be very tangy and cream cheese alone, would be very cheesy. You need all 3 ingredients for a balanced flavor profile.
- Use full fat ingredients- For maximum richness and creaminess.
- Do not heat this- It's served cold or at room temperature.
- Let it rest- This is crucial to developing the flavors in this dip. It will not taste as dill flavored and will taste disjointed if it's eaten right away.
Recipe FAQs
Too much liquid was added. Add less milk. You may have used low fat ingredients which are more watery than their full fat counterparts.
Not enough liquid was added to the recipe. Mix in some milk or heavy cream until you have a smooth consistency.
Yes, you can replace it but the flavor and appearance is just not as good as the fresh version, in my opinion.
Storage
- Refrigerate- In a sealed container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze- This is not recommended because as it thaws, the fats will separate and the dip will become watery.
- Room temperature- Leave it out for no longer than 2-3 hours because the dairy in it is perishable.
- Make ahead instructions- This can easily be made 1 day in advance and stored in the fridge until you are ready to serve.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Cream cheese Full fat
- 1 cup Sour cream Full fate
- ¼ cup Mayonnaise Full fat
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- Salt To taste
- Pepper To taste
- 2-3 tablespoon Fresh dill
- 1-2 tbsp Green onions Finely chopped
- 2-3 tablespoon Milk Whole or 2%
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise until smooth
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, dill, green onions, and mix until combined.
- Mix in some milk if the dip is too thick for your liking. I like mine thick!
- Cover and chill for 30 minutes to 1 hour for flavors to develop.
- Serve with veggies or chips. Enjoy!
Notes
- Read all my tips above.
- Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days.Â
Nutrition
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