Creamy Dip with Chips (Printable)
Tangy, creamy dip blended with fresh herbs paired with crunchy chips for easy entertaining.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dip Base
01 - 1 cup sour cream
02 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
→ Seasonings
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Serving
11 - 7 oz potato chips, tortilla chips, or vegetable chips
# Directions:
01 - Combine sour cream, softened cream cheese, and mayonnaise in a medium bowl. Beat with a spoon or spatula until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
02 - Add fresh chives, parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until all seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
03 - Taste the dip and modify seasoning to your preference. For a thinner consistency, incorporate a small amount of milk or additional lemon juice.
04 - Transfer the completed dip to an attractive serving bowl, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon for presentation.
05 - Place chips in a separate serving vessel or arrange them around the dip bowl. Serve immediately while chips maintain their crisp texture.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Takes literally ten minutes from start to finish, which is a lifesaver when unexpected company shows up
- The combination of sour cream, cream cheese, and mayonnaise creates the most velvety, restaurant-style texture that keeps everyone coming back for more
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- The dip develops even better flavor after sitting in the refrigerator for at least an hour, so don't be afraid to make it ahead
- Room-temperature cream cheese is non-negotiable—cold cream cheese will leave you with tiny lumps that just won't blend in no matter how long you stir
03 -
- A microplane makes quick work of zesting and mincing garlic if you want to use fresh instead of powder
- Reserve a tablespoon of the chopped herbs to sprinkle on top just before serving for that restaurant-quality finish