By Courtney Minor
Published Jan 26, 2024
Cold Dips are a must for every party, holiday, gathering, or weekend snacking extravaganza. There’s nothing quite as satisfying as chips and dip, and these easy cold dip recipes are perfect for the job. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, you’ll want to make sure you have one of these cold party dips ready for guests at your next occasion.
The Best Cold Dip Recipes for Parties
I love a hot party dip , but the cold party dips are just as important! The cold and creamy texture is perfect for dipping potato chips, tortilla chips, crackers, veggies, breads, or whatever else you have on hand. And they make a great addition to charcuterie boards too!
These cold dip recipes are all so quick and easy to make, and most of them only need a few ingredients. You can whip these up in no time for last-minute gatherings, or make them ahead of time and keep them in the fridge without losing any flavor quality. No re-heating required!
Whether you’re planning for game day parties, New Year’s Eve, tailgating, potlucks, or just a fun night at home, these easy cold dips are sure to please!
Ranch Dill Pickle Dip
Easy Dips in Minutes!
These cold dip recipes only need a few ingredients, a quick mix, and they’re ready to eat in 5-10 minutes max.
- Ranch Dill Pickle Dip : If you love the sour and tangy flavor of pickles, this recipe is for you! Pickle juice and diced pickles fill out this sour cream dip, and it’s so addicting.
- Pepper Jelly Dip : This is one of our favorite cold dip recipes for game day. Just 2 ingredients (pepper jelly and cream cheese) are needed to make a sweet and spicy dip.
- Veggie Dip : This is the best cold dip for veggies, crackers, and crudite platters. Ranch seasoning and dill make the most irresistible dip, and it’s ready fast. I recommend making it ahead of time so the flavors have time to develop in the fridge.
- Buffalo Chickpea Dip : This spicy dip is made with just chickpeas, buffalo sauce, and some seasonings, which means it’s ready in minutes. Plus it’s vegan, so everyone can enjoy it!
Mexican Fiesta Dip
Cold Party Dips for a Crowd
These easy cold dip recipes are true crowd-pleasers, so they’re always on my party menu. Just double or triple the recipes as needed.
- Mexican Fiesta Dip : This dip recipe is filled with black beans, corn, feta, avocado, and salsa, so it’s perfect for all kinds of occasions, from game day to Cinco de Mayo.
- Whipped Feta Dip : Feta has an incredibly rich and tangy flavor, and when mixed with roasted garlic, this cold dip recipe really wows.
- 7 Layer Dip Cups : 7 whole layers of flavor are packed into individual cups to make a cold party dip that’s easy to carry while mingling. This recipe is great for tailgating because serving it in cups makes it so convenient.
- Tzatziki Dip : This tangy dip is made with Greek yogurt, shredded cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for a party-perfect recipe.
- Caramelized Onion Bacon Dip : The rich flavor of caramelized onions and savory pieces of bacon fill out this cold dip, and it’s so addicting served with potato chips!
- Hoagie Dip: Layered with classic cold cuts, crisp vegetables, and a perfectly balanced Italian dressing to tie it all together. Serving it with mini sub rolls or slices of crusty Italian bread for a fun experience.
7 Layer Dip
Cold Layered Dips
Layers and layers of delicious ingredients make for hearty dips that will serve any party well.
- 7 Layer Dip : This classic party dip is quick and easy to make. Just layer together beans, cheese, guacamole, and lots more.
- Taco Dip : This cold layered dip is filled with cream cheese, salsa, lettuce, shredded cheese, tomatoes, and taco sauce. It’s perfect for any fiesta, it’s so fast to make, and easy to make ahead of time too.
- Frito’s Mexican Dip : Corn chips add a crunchy texture to the typical layered dip for even more fun. This easy cold dip is definitely party ready!
- Layered Bean Dip : This cold refried beans and guacamole dip is beautifully layered with delicious ingredients, and it comes together in minutes.
- 7 Layer Greek Dip : This is my go-to party dip when I want something that tastes fresh and healthy. Hummus, feta, Greek yogurt, olives, peppers, and more taste like heaven when layered together.
French Onion Dip
Cold Cream Cheese Dips
Cream cheese is my go-to ingredient for cold party dips–because it makes them super creamy and cheesy, of course!
- French Onion Dip : Sweet onions, garlic, and sour cream create a delicious mix of flavors for this cold cream cheese dip. It’s perfect for dipping chips and veggies!
- Chicken Caesar Salad Dip : Get the incredible flavor of Caesar salad in a creamy cold dip. Lettuce, chicken, croutons, and Caesar dressing make one delicious bite!
- Herb Cream Cheese Dip : This cold, herb-filled cream cheese dip is a must-make for parties and gatherings of all kinds. It’s the perfect accompaniment to crackers and veggie trays.
- Smoky Blue Cheese Dip : Cream cheese and Greek yogurt create a super creamy base for this dip, with blue cheese, paprika, and hot sauce to spice up the flavor.
Sour Cream and Onion Dip
Best Cold Dips for Chips
Sometimes you just want a simple dip to go with potato chips, tortilla chips , or whatever your favorite chips are. No fuss here, just flavor!
- Sour Cream and Onion Dip : This cold chip dip is super simple to whip up for any gathering, no matter how big or small. The flavor can’t be beat when paired with potato chips.
- Cowboy Caviar : Also known as Texas Caviar, this chunky 10-minute dip is filled with peppers, tomatoes, black beans, corn, and plenty more. It’s a healthy appetizer option that everyone will love!
- Fiesta Ranch Dip : This creamy cold dip recipe is so simple with just a few ingredients, and it’s one of my favorite dips for potato chips.
- Homemade Hummus : Creamy hummus is a great addition to the party snacks, along with crackers, pita chips, veggies, and charcuterie boards. It’s so easy to make at home, and the flavor is even better than store-bought stuff.
Whatever kind of party you’re throwing, you can liven up your next gathering with these easy cold dips. Don’t forget the chips!
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By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
