Have a potluck or get together coming up? Maybe a Big Game party? This collection of easy Homemade Dip Recipes will help you put on the best appetizer spread ever!
You’ll find easy versions of so many classics like pico de gallo, queso blanco and hummus. If you want something more unique, we’ve got great dips from around the world like guasacaca (Venezuelan guacamole), tyrokafteri (spicy Greek feta dip), moutabal (Middle Eastern eggplant dip), and so many more!
Your parties have never been easier or more tasty! All of these crowd pleasing dip recipes are sure to be a hit!
Chop, cook, mix and mash your way through all. You’ll never go back to store bought again! Have fun…
1. Tzatziki
This cool Greek sauce is most commonly associated with gyros, but is great for so much more. Serve as a dip with chopped veggies or pita chips for endless munching!
2. Pico de Gallo
Easy, fresh and delicious. This Pico de Gallo whips up in 10 minutes and is great with chips as an appetizer or as a condiment to many of your favorite Mexican dishes.
3. Moutabal
Moutabal is a classic Middle Eastern eggplant dip. Creamy roasted eggplant enhanced with lemon juice, yogurt, tahini and a good dousing of olive oil. This one is a great addition to your appetizer spread!
4. Homemade Hummus
Have any upcoming get togethers? This smooth, creamy homemade hummus is one of our favorite dip recipes and will be the star of your appetizer spread.
5. Beer Cheese Dip
This beer cheese dip is a Wisconsin classic. It tastes great and is perfect for dipping pretzels, chips or even cut up veggies!
Get the Recipe @ therecipecritic
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6. Spinach Artichoke Dip
Creamy and cheesy, this spinach artichoke dip will be a big hit at your next get together. It only takes a few minutes of prep time, then your oven takes care of the rest!
Get the Recipe @ cookingclassy
7. Zaalouk
This zaalouk is an amazingly flavorful Moroccan eggplant and tomato dip. It has hints of smokiness and plenty of olive oil. Perfect for scooping with pita bread, veggies or chips!
8. Guasacaca
Guasacaca! Meet guacamole’s tangier, herbier cousin. Venezuelans love this avocado based condiment and now you can too!
9. Chipotle Mayo
Want to add a little flair to your dip selection? This quick & easy chipotle mayo is the answer! Five ingredients and five minutes is all you need!
10. Smoked Salmon Dip
You’re going to love this smoked salmon dip! It has a creamy base, plenty of smoked salmon and is enhanced by lemon zest, capers and fresh dill. YUM!
Get the Recipe @ aspicyperspective
11. Million Dollar Dip
No, this dip doesn’t cost a million dollars, it just tastes like it! It has a mayonnaise base and features almons, cheddar cheese and crispy bacon!
Get the Recipe @ melissassouthernstylekitchen
12. Olive Tapenade
If you love olives, this tapenade is for you! Satisfy your “salty tooth” with this simple and easy appetizer from the South of France!
13. Tyrokafteri
Tyrokafteri is a super flavorful Greek dip with feta cheese and spicy peppers. Meet the new star of your appetizer spread!
14. Honey Mustard Dip
Honey mustard, a classic combination. This easy dip uses only four ingredients, it’s just a matter of mixing everything together! This one is especially good for pretzels or chicken tenders or wings.
Get the Recipe @ platingsandpairings
15. White Queso Dip
Looking for some fun cheese dip for your next get together? Here it is! This recipe uses high quality ingredients and is great for endlessly dipping tortilla chips!
Get the Recipe @ thecookierookie
16. Lasagna Dip
Lasagna dip? That sounds like the best idea ever! It’s super cheesy and saucy, plus it’s loaded with Italian sausage. This one is going to draw a crowd!
Check out our collection of favorite Quick and Easy Appetizers!
17. Hot Crab Dip
This hot crab dip will be the star of your appetizer spread! It only takes a few minutes of hands on time, and can be prepared up to two days in advance!
Get the Recipe @ therecipecritic
18. Mango Salsa
A summer delight! This light yet tasty salsa is the perfect sweet alternative to all the savory dip recipes out there. Plus, it makes a great garnishing for tacos and other food!
19. French Onion Dip
This Greek yogurt based dip featured caramelized onions, for the onion eaters out there.
20. Buffalo Chicken Dip
Add a little spice to your dip collection with this creamy, cheesy buffalo chicken dip. It has just the right amount of spice and will be a hit at your next get together!
Get the Recipe @ natashaskitchen
21. Shrimp Scampi Dip
Now this sounds fancy! Shrimp scampi dip is cheesy and creamy, and of course, garlicky! Impress the crowd with this elegant dip recipe!
Get the Recipe @ dishnthekitchen
22. Easy Elote Dip
If you’re going to be making Mexican street corn, why not try a recipe that makes it into dip? This easy elote dip can be made in under fifteen minutes, and it perfect for parties, gatherings, or anywhere there’s going to be a lot of chip dipping!
Get the Recipe @ gimmesomeoven
23. Salsa Taqueria
If you like HOT, this classic Salsa Taquera is for you. Fiery árbol chilis and a few other simple ingredients blend together for the ultimate spicy dipping experience!
24. Skillet Pizza Dip
Your guests are going to go crazy for this pizza dip! It’s about as cheesy as you can get, plus it has pull apart pizza rolls around the edges!
25. Muhammara
Muhammara is a roasted red pepper dip perfect for scooping with pita bread or chips. It’s savory and sweet, with a touch of spice and some great smokiness from the roasted peppers. YUM!
Get the Recipe @ themediterraneandish
26. Caponata
This Caponata is a delicious Sicilian eggplant relish that perfectly combines sweet and tangy flavors. It’s great as a healthy dip option!
27. Rotel Dip (Loaded Velveeta Cheese Dip)
This easy Rotel Dip recipe is loaded with Velveeta, beer, pepper jack, black beans, Rotel, and sausage! Make it for your picnic and see everybody hovering over it.
Get the Recipe @ thecookierookie
28. Cowboy Caviar
This Cowboy Caviar can act as an salad or dip. It’s as simple as chopping all the veggies and mixing with beans all drizzled in a tasty, zingy chili lime dressing.
Made with simple, healthy ingredients like cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, avocado, sweet corn, and beans, it makes up a giant bowl, making it perfect for all the potlucks and BBQ parties. Serve it with plenty of nachos or corn chips and you are all done.
29. Crack Chicken (Crockpot / Instant Pot)
This addictingly delicious Crack Chicken is loaded with creamy cheesy goodness. And it’s topped with bacon. This easy recipe is equally great in the crockpot or instant pot. Its great as a dip on your picnic day if you are feeding big crowd.
30. Greek Seven Layer Dip
This Greek seven layer dip is a fun Mediterranean spin on the classic. The dip uses freshly made hummus, creamy garlic-herb Greek yogurt, English cucumbers, grape tomatoes, black olives, feta, and red onions. All the ingredients combine to make a flavorful dip.
Get the Recipe @ cookingclassy
31. Taco Dip Recipe
If you need a dip for your tacos, or anything really, then check out this taco dip recipe! It’s a creamy layer that’s topped with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, olives, cheese, and other popular taco toppings that you know and love.
Get the Recipe @ dinneratthezoo
32. Hot Corn Dip
Sometimes you need a good dip recipe to pair your chips, mozzarella sticks, or other finger foods with. Luckily for you, this hot corn chip is an easy choice. It’s packed with flavors, and it’s super cheesy, so it works great with a variety of finger foods, especially chips!
Get the Recipe @ therecipecritic
33. Reuben Dip
If you love a Reuben sandwich, you’re going to adore this dip! It has all the components of the beloved sandwich, including corned beef, swiss cheese, thousand island dressing and sauerkraut!
Get the Recipe @ dinneratthezoo
34. Salsa Verde
Ready for a fresh new salsa to spice up your kitchen? This Salsa Verde, or tomatillo sauce, is the super simple and super versatile sauce you need! Great for dipping tortilla chips!
35. Roasted Garlic Dip
We’re wrapping up this list of dip recipes with something super flavorful, roasted garlic dip! This one is perfect for scooping chips or cut up veggies. YUM!
Get the Recipe @ unicornsinthekitchen
So there you go, thirty five great homemade dip recipes for all your appetizer spreads. The only question now is, which to try first?
The 35 BEST Homemade Dip Recipes
All of these Homemade Dip Recipes will look great on your appetizer spread at any potluck or get together! This easy homemade hummus is always a hit:
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 1 .5 to 2 lemons, juiced
- 2 medium cloves garlic
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 3-4 Tbsp cold water
- ½ tsp cumin
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 Tbsp toasted pine nuts - divided
- Pinch of paprika
Instructions
- Boil chickpeas for additional 20 minutes to soften. Remove skins.
- Mix tahini, cold water, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, half of pine nuts, cumin and salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Add chickpeas and puree for 3-4 minutes, stopping a few times to scrape the hummus down off the sides of the blender. Blend until ultrasmooth. If needed, add additional cold water to get that creamy smooth hummus.
- Taste and adjust the lemon juice, cumin and salt according to your taste.
- Scoop the hummus into a bowl. Make a well, or some design into the hummus with a spoon. Drizzle in additional olive oil. Garnish with paprika and remaining pine nuts.
Notes
- Let me know which recipes you try, I love hearing from you!
Check out these other great recipe collections!
Potato Salad Recipes
Pasta Salad Recipes
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