50 Easy Party Dips and Spreads To Serve All Season Long

Recipe: Baked BLT Dip

The classic sandwich is reimagined in dip form, and has everything you love about the original.

Recipe: Basic Pimiento Cheese

You can never go wrong with this classic Southern appetizer that takes just a few minutes to prepare—no cooking required. 

Recipe: Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip

You can never go wrong with buffalo chicken dip, especially when it comes together in just 20 minutes.

Recipe: Black Bean and Corn Salsa

Adding some fresh ingredients to your summertime salsa will help spice it up with bright flavor.

Recipe: Spinach-Artichoke Dip

Spinach-artichoke dip is always a party favorite. We love this recipe for its creamy texture and cheesy flavors. 

Recipe: Southwest Black-Eyed Pea Dip

Texas Caviar is turned into a warm and gooey multi-layered dip in this recipe.

Recipe: Cranberry-Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip

This seasonal dip requires just 10 minutes of hands-on time and can be prepared a few days in advance of serving.

Recipe: Rotel Sausage Dip

Transform just six ingredients into a classic dip that belongs at any gathering with this easy recipe. 

Recipe: Beet-Goat Cheese Dip

Cooked beets are pureed with dates and Greek yogurt to make this snackable, healthy dip.

Recipe: Warm Cheese-and-Spicy Pecan Dip

You'll know this dip is done cooking when the edges start to bubble. We can picture this seasonal dip being an ideal Thanksgiving appetizer served with toasted baguettes or crackers. 

Recipe: Hot Crab-and-Artichoke Dip

If you don't want to add the extra heat to this crab dip, you can leave the hot sauce off of the ingredient list. 

Recipe: Baked Goat Cheese Spread with Pepper Jelly

Upgrade pepper jelly by serving it over a warm goat cheese mixture. A good stir will help it spread easily. 

Recipe: Smoky Kimchi Pimiento Cheese

The cheese in this recipe is shred two ways. Fine shreds blend well with the mayo to make the spread creamier, while large shreds offer more body and texture.

Recipe: Pecan Praline Dip

You might want to double the recipe for this decadent dessert dip. We think it's best enjoyed with vanilla wafers for dipping. 

Recipe: Pecan and Fig Spread

This homemade spread is great on its own served with crackers or can be the perfect finishing touch to a charcuterie board. 

Recipe: Sweet Onion and Bacon Dip

Caramelized onions and thick-cut bacon create a dressed-up take on French onion dip to make it worthy of a holiday celebration. 

Recipe: Corn and Jalapeño Dip

Corn is always a good idea. And so is any dish that can be made in a slow cooker. 

Recipe: Smoky Field Pea-and-Greens Dip

You can choose to use either kale or spinach for this cheesy dip. 

Recipe: Hot-Sauce-and-Honey-Chicken Dip

Rotisserie chicken and your trusty slow cooker make this hearty dip easy to pull together.

Recipe: Collard Dip

This twist on classic spinach dip is a fun new way to enjoy the flavor of collard greens. 

Recipe: Pepper-Pepper Cheese Dip

Topping this cheesy dip with bacon and pepper jelly make it irresistible. 

Recipe: Cranberry-Jalapeño Salsa

Show off the festive flavor of cranberries with this sweet-hot salsa. You can make it ahead and freeze up to one month before your holiday gathering.

Recipe: Creamy Feta-and-Herb Dip

Choose block feta for this dip so that it will blend nice and smooth, and be great for dipping.

Recipe: Warm Spinach-Sweet Onion Dip with Country Ham

Make this dip ahead of time and reheat in a skillet on the grill before you’re ready to serve.

Recipe: Caramelized Onion Dip

Slowly caramelize yellow onions before mixing with other ingredients to make this hit.

Recipe: Creamy Avocado Dip

Sure, you may be familiar with guacamole, but don’t underestimate the power of a creamy avocado dip. It’s great with chips or on top of sandwiches and burgers.

Recipe: Shrimp-and-Andouille Gumbo Dip

Classic gumbo gets an appetizer makeover in this easy and quick skillet recipe.

Recipe: Creamy Crab Dip with Peppadews

Peppadew peppers add a sweet crunch to this creamy seafood favorite.

Recipe: Sweet Pea-Parmesan Dip

Frozen peas are transformed into a colorful and tasty appetizer in this easy recipe.

Recipe: Hot Crab and Shrimp Dip

This hot dip may be one of our favorite seafood combinations.

Recipe: Nashville Hot Chicken Dip

This dip is seriously spicy, and full of hot flavor.

Recipe: Chicken Enchilada Dip

Take a favorite weeknight meal and turn it into a shareable appetizer with this enchilada dip.

Recipe: Smoked-Tomato Salsa

Plum tomatoes are perfect for this recipe because they are meaty but still contain a lot of moisture.

Recipe: Carrot-Tahini Dip

Carrots dress up this dip that’s reminiscent of classic hummus.

Recipe: Tomato and Feta Dip

Showcase fresh herbs and freshly minced garlic in this tomato-based dip.

Recipe: Bacon-Pimiento Guacamole

Bacon, pimiento, and avocados make this appetizer an all-star.

Recipe: Beer-Cheese Fondue

Serve this hot dip with sliced cooked bratwurst, steamed broccoli florets, roasted Brussels sprouts, and roasted fingerling potatoes.

Recipe: Cast-Iron S’mores Dip

This dessert dip will wow your crowd and remind you of summer campfires.

Recipe: Artichoke and Crab Meat Dip

Cousin to spinach artichoke dip, this recipe will be great for seafood lovers.

Recipe: Queso Fundido with Mushrooms and Chiles

Toasted garlic, mushrooms, and green chiles top this three-cheese dip.

Recipe: Texas Caviar

This recipe has evolved over time to include ingredients like bell peppers, corn, and green tomatoes.

Recipe: Eggplant-Yogurt Dip

The signature smoky flavor of this dip comes from the roasted eggplant.

Recipe: Succotash Salsa

This Southern favorite stars lima beans, corn kernels, onions, and peppers.

Recipe: Smoked-Fish Dip

The salty and smoky flavor from the smoked whitefish is balanced by fresh herbs, crunchy celery, and cream cheese.

Recipe: Crawfish Dip

Cooking this dip in a slow cooker will allow you to easily keep it warm until it's time to serve. 

Recipe: Caramel Apple Dip

Give a sugary spin to a cream cheese classic with a crisp bruléed topping.

Recipe: Warm Turnip Green Dip

It's Southern tradition to have a little hot sauce with your turnip greens, so be sure to offer guests several brands to choose from on the side.

Recipe: Lump Crab Mornay

All-purpose flour and heavy cream give the dish its creamy texture, with freshly grated cheese giving it a savory spin. Serve with toast points perfect for dipping.

Recipe: Creamy Shrimp Dip with Crispy Wonton Chips

If you don't have time to make fried wontons, use fancy potato chips or crispy tortilla chips.

Recipe: Sausage, Bean, and Spinach Dip

This spinach dip is hearty and filling thanks to ground sausage, pinto beans, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese.