Best Hot Dips for Parties

Best Hot Dips for Parties

Ready to throw a party that your guests will talk about for ages? The key is to create the perfect menu. Food holds a special place in people's hearts, and a great dining experience is something that no one forgets. When creating a party menu, we recommend starting with the appetizers. Appetizers set the theme and the tone of an event and let guests know what they can expect to be served later on. If you're keeping it casual at the appetizer table, then a backyard bbq, potluck or salad bar is the ideal dinner option. Or, If you choose to set out fancy appetizers, we recommend going with a more elegant meal. Whatever you do, make sure the menu flowsit's a sure-fire way to start an event off on the right foot. One of the appetizers we love serving most is dips, and while cold dips usually take the spotlight, hot dips add a little something extra to the menu. From fondue to warm spinach dip, adding a hot dip to the appetizer table will take things to the next level. If you're having a hard time figuring out what hot dip recipe to make, we're here to help. This article will highlight the best hot dip ingredients, as well as delicious recipes that you can make for your next event.

Hot Dip Ingredients

When choosing a hot dip recipe, there are a few things to consider. Does your party have a theme? Do your guests have any food allergies? What ingredients do you already have on hand? Knowing the answers to these questions can help you choose a recipe that will happily meet all of your menu's requirements. Once you have a general idea of the direction you'd like to go in, it's time to choose the ingredients to make the recipe come to life. From cream cheese to bacon, here are a few ingredients and hot dips for parties to consider.

Cheese

bowl of cream cheese with green onions and herbs, dip sauce on wooden table Cheese is used in almost every hot dip recipe out there. Its addicting flavor and creamy texture are magnified when it's heated with other ingredients. Whether you choose to use one type of cheese or a mixture it's entirely up to you. Some of the most popular types of cheese used in hot dips are cream cheese, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese. Choose which works best with the other ingredients in your recipe to create a creamy and satisfying dip. If you love dairy but it doesn't sit well with your stomach, we have good news! Luckily several vegan cheese substitutes are available in grocery stores, allowing you to mimic the flavor and texture of natural cheese in a dairy free dip. Or, if you're searching for that great cheesy flavor, make your hot dip with a bit of nutritional yeast. A nutritional supplement that embodies all of the great flavors that cheese does, it's the perfect way to keep your dip dairy-free while still packing it with flavor.

Greens

Not sure what to add to your hot dip? We recommend loading it up with greens. Greens like spinach and kale are an excellent way to boost the texture of a dip. Plus, they'll add a handful or two of nutrients as well. Just make sure the greens you're using will taste good with the other ingredients. While spinach works well with most flavors, veggies with strong flavors like broccoli may not taste as great.

Meat

Add more protein to your hot dip recipe by working in meat. Bacon, sausage and chicken all work well when used as hot dip add-ins. First, select the meat you'd like to use, and then choose the dip. Buffalo chicken dip, hot sausage dip and cheesy bacon dip are just a few of the many recipes you'll find. Or get creative in the kitchen and whip up a recipe that no one has ever heard of. We're sure it will be a hit!

Corn

corn in creamy- cheese sauce. dip from the corn filing with chips Corn is another dip ingredient that tastes good with everything. Because corn tastes better when it's warm, it can easily be added to a hot dip recipe. Work corn into a dip that you've already created to take the texture up a notch. Or, use corn as the inspiration for the other ingredients in your recipe. Bell peppers, cream cheese, chilies and scallions all taste delicious when combined with corn.

Veggies

No hot dip would be complete without a bit of veggie worked into the recipes. Mushrooms, onions, cauliflower and carrots are just a few of the many vegetables featured in dip recipes Aside from being used as a texture booster, veggies like mushrooms can be used as a meat replacement. So if you're following a plant-based diet, and want to enjoy a famous dip that features meat as one of the main ingredients, sub it out for vegetables. With a texture similar to meat, it is an excellent way to ensure that the recipe remains plant-based without missing out on any flavor.

Hot Dip Recipes

Now that you know the various ingredients that can be used to create a mouthwatering hot dip recipe, it's time to put them together. Continue reading as we highlight a few of our favorite hot dip recipe ideas below.

Hot BLT Dip

Grilled BLT Bacon Lettuce and Tomato Sandwiches with Chicken and Avocado If you've ever tried the famous "BLT" sandwich, then we're guessing it was love at first bite. A hot BLT Dip has all of the flavors a BLT sandwich would (bacon, lettuce and tomato), but instead, it's served as a warm, creamy and bubbly dip. Because lettuce doesn't taste great when heated, we recommend leaving it out and replacing it with green onions instead. When the bread is removed from the recipe, a BLT turns into a low-carb and keto-friendly snack that individuals can enjoy following a more specific diet. Pair this hot dip with vegetables, tortilla chips and crackers, or slice up a freshly baked baguette for dipping. If you follow a keto diet, give this easy dip recipe a try. Ingredient Recommendations: Cream cheese, bacon, sour cream, mayonnaise, diced tomato, green onion.

Mexican Chicken Dip

Spice things up with a dip recipe that's sure to get people talking. The perfect dip for game day, we love making a Mexican dip recipe full of our favorite ingredients. Work in delicious Mexican flavors like diced tomato, avocado, salsa and fresh lemon juice to create a dip that's almost too good to be true. Then, top it off with some grated cheddar cheese and chicken to create a true crowd pleaser. Ingredient Recommendations: Chicken, salsa, black beans, cheddar cheese, avocado, lemon juice, sour cream, onion and cilantro.

Hot Corn Dip

The many ways that you can enjoy corn are never ending. Enjoy it right off the cob, add it to soup, or turn it into a hot dip recipe. By pairing corn with zesty flavors like sour cream, peppers, jalapeo and green onions, you can easily create a tasty dip recipe that will have guests lining up for seconds. To make hot corn dip, first, saute the corn until it's golden brown, and then mix it with a base like sour cream, cream cheese or both! Ingredient Recommendations: Corn, peppers, garlic, onion, jalapeno, green onions, cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise.

Vegan Pimento Cheeze Dip

Vegan Pimento Cheeze Dip When it comes to tasty hot dips, many of them are full of cheese. While there's no denying that cheese adds a delicious flavor and texture to whatever you combine it with, it's not something that everyone can enjoy. If you're an individual who loves cheese but experiences digestive upset when you consume it, then you're probably searching for a dairy free dip that will satisfy all of your cheesy cravings. This Vegan Pimento Cheeze Dip is just that. It's the perfect way to enjoy the same cheese-like flavor that you love and crave without causing your stomach any harm. A vegan version of the famous classic Southern cheese dip, this dip can be enjoyed hot or cold and is loaded with flavor. It's made with cashews, herbs and spices and nutritional yeasteverything you need to replicate the flavors of cheese without dairy! Aside from being an excellent dietary supplement, nutritional yeast has a naturally cheesy flavor that works well in vegan dip recipes. Additionally, cashews are used as a base to create the same creamy smoothness that cheese would. Enjoy this dip with crackers, chips or spread it on your next sandwich. It's sure to be the star of the cracker appetizer table! And there you have it! A full guide to making the best dips for parties, complete with recipe inspiration. Whether you choose to make a Mexican-inspired dip or one that's loaded with vegetables, we're confident that it will taste great. From everyone at Bob's Red Mill, we wish you a happy and healthy day. Have a hot dip recipe that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear more about it. Let us know your favorite way to make a hot dip in the comments below.
Bob's Red Mill
September 13 2021

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