Party Dips: Great Recipes to Make Any Occasion a Party!

Party Dips make any gathering feel fun! These recipes for hot dips, cold dips and dip tips will keep you on top of your entertaining game!

There is something about a great tasting dip that makes any day feel like a party.

Party dips are easy to prepare and perfect to service a crowd of hungry noshers.

With so many flavor options, you can whip a new one up every week to dazzle friends and family.

What are Party Dips?

Any type of dip that can service a crowd. Packed with great flavor.

Served hot or served cold, they become the center of group dining.

How to Keep Dips Warm

One challenge when hosting a gathering and serving a hot or warm dip is how to KEEP those party dips warm.

The best method is to serve them in a small slow cooker.

A dip-size slow cooker can keep the party dips the perfect temperature without cooking them additionally.

These party ‘dippers’ are usually 1 ½ quarts or smaller.

They won’t take up much room and you won’t have to wonder if your queso has solidified!

How to Keep Dips Cold

During the hotter months, trying to serve party dips that need to be kept cold (think anything with mayonnaise most definitely) can be a challenge.

The best way to keep dips cold is with ice. Here are some ways to do that:

Did you know you can buy ‘dips on ice bowls’? For as little at $10 you can purchase a dip bowl the sets in a vessel of ice to keep party dips cold.
- This is especially important if serving dairy-based dips in hot weather!
You can also make yourself by placing the bowl of dip in a larger bowl filled with ice too.
Additional ideas include filling a mini wading pool with ice if hosting outdoors and needing to ice multiple dishes or a combination of drinks and party dips (set it on top of a table outside).
If you entertain often investing in an ice table might be of interest. It’s a folding table whose top is filled with ice.
Inflatable ice trays are very affordable and can be deflated and stored for your next party!

How to Keep Guacamole from Turning Brown

There is nothing less appetizing than guacamole that has oxidized turning an unappetizing brown color.

The reason guacamole turns brown is the exposure to air. Once making guacamole it should be kept well sealed.

Pressing plastic wrap over the container and actually on top of the guacamole so it is not exposed to any air will keep it a fresh green in the refrigerator until serving.

The Kitchn has another method: add a thin layer of water on top of the prepared guacamole and seal the container. They maintain the guac will stay a beautiful green for up to 3 days.

Drain the water, stir up the guacamole before serving.

How to Make Party Dips

Party Dips are easy to make! Following are a selection of favorites for any season!

Creamy Hot Artichoke Dip with Garlic Toast Rounds

This hot tangy, cheesy dip are perfect for any party or gathering!

Instructions for both gluten and gluten-free toast rounds included.

Check out this recipe

Serve with: Blood Orange Ginger Margaritas {fresh-style}!

Chile con Queso and Roasted Jalapeno Salsa | BoulderLocavore.com

Chile con Queso & Roasted Jalapeno Salsa

Two favorite Mexican and South American dipping sauces sure to liven up any party or gathering: Chile con Queso ('chile with cheese') and Roasted Jalapeno Salsa. Both offering a different sort of smoldering heat (controlled to your liking with the ingredients) and bold flavors not soon to be forgotten!

Check out this recipe

Serve with: Fresh-style Pineapple Cilantro Margaritas!

5-Minute Smoked Paprika Garlic Bean Dip

This easy dip is packed with protein and smoky, zesty flavor perfect for dipping vegetables, crackers and chips. Common pantry ingredients are always on hand to whip the dip in in 5 minutes!

Check out this recipe

Serve with: Smoky Watermelon-Jalapeno Margarita!

Green Goddess Dip

Green Goddess Dip is a light, creamy, tangy dip that is a perfect partner for vegetables. Whether for entertaining or healthier snacking, it's easy to make and have in the refrigerator any time.

Check out this recipe

Serve with: Sparkling Cranberry Vodka Punch!

Black Bean Green Chile Hummus Dip

This protein-packed dip is full of flavor and great for dipping chips, crackers or vegetables.

Check out this recipe

Serve with: The Spicy Maiden: a Spicy Pineapple Rum Cocktail!

Queso Fundido

Cheesy Queso Fundido is packed with smoky, spicy flavors for a perfect warm party dip appetizer.

Check out this recipe

Serve with: Honeydew Margaritas!

Green Chile Bacon Cheeseburger Dip

This dip is inspired by a favorite iconic Southwestern Cheeseburger, bearing all the flavors except the bun! Substantial, bursting with flavor, it's the perfect dip for any gathering and a sure win in football season!

Check out this recipe

Serve with: Apple Cider Moscow Mules!