25 Easy Dip Recipes For Entertaining

A creamy, velvety smooth spread garnished with pine nuts, and Aleppo pepper flakes, then drizzled with olive oil.  This authentic Lebanese hummus is perfect for spreading on pita bread or as a dip for veggies.

If you are planning a holiday party this hot crab dip will be a big hit for sure. This is a rich and creamy seafood dip that is wonderful with toasted sourdough bread slices or crunchy crackers.

This Baba Ganoush is a traditional Lebanese recipe. It is a creamy and flavorful eggplant dip that makes a healthy side dish or appetizer.

Roasting the eggplant in the oven frees you up to prep the other ingredients. However, if you want a smokier flavor, light a fire on the grill and char the eggplant over open flames. The second option requires a bit more patience and hands-on time. Either method will give you delicious results.

Buffalo chicken dip loaded with cheese, chicken, and buffalo hot sauce. It is topped off with blue cheese crumbles to pull in all the classic flavors of buffalo chicken.

Pineapple mango salsa is fast and easy to make. It has the perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors that goes with just about everything. It especially makes a great complement to fish, pork, and chicken but can also be used as a dip or topping for tacos, nachos, and salads.

Using a molcajete or mortar and pestle will give you the best guacamole you have ever had. Smashing the ingredients releases the natural oils and flavors in a way that you just can’t achieve by chopping with a knife.

This is guacamole done right, and it doesn't take a lot of ingredients. If you have ever had tableside guacamole at a restaurant, this is how they make it!

If you don't have a molcajete, simply use a mortar and pestle instead. If it isn't large enough to hold all the ingredients, no problem! Make a paste from the onions and herbs, then transfer it to a bowl and mash it with the avocados.

All the flavors of a chili relleno are combined into a fabulous party dip.

This creamy and smooth Sriracha Carrot Hummus makes an incredible dip and spread. The roasted carrots give it a sweetness while the Sriracha gives it a bit of a spicy kick

The smoky taste from liquid smoke, smoky bits of bacon and smoked paprika are combined with cheddar cheese and beans to make this hot smoky bacon bean dip. This easy bean dip will take about ten minutes to put together and another 20-minute to bake it to bubbly hot.

Greek yogurt dip has the flavors you love from the famous ranch dip. It is a healthy, made-from- scratch, guilt-free dip without preservative or additives.

Labne (also known as labneh) is strained yogurt that is much thicker than Greek yogurt and almost as thick as American cream cheese. This cheese-like yogurt is a popular Middle Eastern dish that is used as a dip or a spread. It has fewer calories and more protein than cream cheese and has a luxuriously rich, creamy texture.

Top it with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of Za'atar, fresh herbs, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for a wonderful appetizer.

A creamy, delicious fresh cheese made from Yogurt, mixed with cooked, pureed red beets. Serve with naan or pita bread, raw veggies or chips. Especially good with grilled or roasted lamb and fish.

A quick and impressive Herbed Olive Oil Dip made with fresh herbs, garlic and seasoning. Serve with crusty Italian or foccacia bread as dippers.

This spicy peanut sauce is quick and easy to make and it is far better than store-bought brands. Adjust the heat level to your liking.

This baked Brie in a bread bowl is an easy appetizer. Garlic butter, sourdough bread, Brie and fresh thyme all baked to a gooey goodness. The bread bowl is a pull-apart for dippers.

French onion soup dip is always a favorite at parties. This version is ultra-creamy and thick thanks to the addition of cream cheese. We used our homemade onion soup mix for a healthier, low sodium and gluten-free version but you can use a store-bought packet of onion soup mix just as easily.

This luscious spread of roasted eggplant is perfect for a party dip or even a sandwich spread. It makes the perfect healthy addition to the party and will please everyone. It is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and low in carbs. All the bases are covered with this one.

Roasted red beets add a brilliant red color and a naturally sweet flavor to traditional hummus. If you use store-bought roasted beets, you can skip the instructions regarding roasting the beets.

Nước mắm sauce is a staple of Vietnamese cooking that adds an authentic flavor to the cuisine. It is sweet, sour, salty, tangy, and a little spicy.

It makes a fantastic dipping sauce for spring rolls and egg rolls or vinaigrette for mango salad. Try it on grilled meat, scrambled eggs, and steamed rice for a pop of flavor.

Smoked Gouda Chip Dip is the perfect party appetizer. It's thick and creamy, with a strong smoky flavor from the Gouda cheese. The bacon gives it a delicious salty crunch. This dip is sure to be a hit at your next get-together!

This whipped ricotta dip is an easy appetizer to make for any party or gathering. It requires just a few simple ingredients and can be whipped up in no time at all. Top the creamy ricotta with olive oil, honey, and a sprinkle of freshly chopped herbs. Serve it with crunchy garlic toast or crackers, and you’ll have a crowd-pleasing appetizer that everyone will love.

A smoked salmon spread made with flaky hot-smoked salmon is a wonderful appetizer. Capers, roasted red peppers, and fresh dill bring extra flavor to the party.

You can use this as a sandwich spread or a dip. It is great on sourdough bread, pita chips, or crackers.

For the best results, use hot smoked salmon which has a smokier flavor and flakier texture than cold-smoked salmon.

This highly seasoned Slovakian cheese spread is best if you make it 8 hours in advance to give the flavors time to intensify. It is perfect for bagels and crackers but also gives sandwiches a special twist.

This smooth, creamy Roasted Garlic Spread is addictive! Roasting garlic magically transforms the flavor into a nutty, mellow flavor. Spread it on toasted baguette slices for a quick and easy appetizer.

Black garlic has a rich, sweet flavor that makes anything just a bit more gourmet. We used balsamic vinegar to bring out the flavor of balsamic that the black garlic has.

Due to the black garlic, this aioli tends to break a bit easier than traditional aioli. Read the notes if you need to troubleshoot.