Creamy Snack Cheese Dip (Printable Version)

Rich, smooth blend of cream cheese, cheddar, and mozzarella. Perfect for parties with crackers and veggies.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dairy

01 - 7 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 3.5 oz sour cream
03 - 2 oz cheddar cheese, finely grated
04 - 1 oz mozzarella cheese, finely grated

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

05 - 2 spring onions, finely chopped
06 - 1 small garlic clove, minced

→ Spices & Flavorings

07 - 1/2 tsp paprika
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
09 - 1/4 tsp salt
10 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped

→ Optional

11 - 1 tsp hot sauce
12 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# Directions:

01 - Combine cream cheese and sour cream in a medium bowl. Beat mixture until completely smooth and lump-free.
02 - Fold in grated cheddar, mozzarella, spring onions, and minced garlic until evenly distributed throughout the base.
03 - Add paprika, black pepper, salt, and chives. Mix thoroughly to ensure consistent flavor throughout.
04 - Stir in hot sauce if a spicy kick is desired, adjusting amount to taste preference.
05 - Transfer dip to a serving bowl. Top with additional chopped chives and parsley for visual appeal.
06 - Present immediately with crackers, vegetable slices, or tortilla chips. Alternatively, refrigerate until serving time.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under fifteen minutes with zero actual cooking required
  • The texture is impossibly creamy without being heavy or overwhelming
  • You probably have everything in your fridge right now
02 -
  • Cold dip straight from the refrigerator has half the flavor of room temperature dip
  • The garlic needs at least thirty minutes to mellow out and blend with the cheeses
  • This dip actually tastes better the next day, if you somehow have leftovers
03 -
  • Use room temperature ingredients for the silkiest texture possible
  • Taste and adjust the salt before serving since cheeses vary wildly in sodium

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