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50 Easy Game Day Dips

We’ve rounded up 50 easy Gameday Dips that are perfect for any big sports event because no watch party is complete without the dips.

Whether you are a die hard sports fan who watches every game, or someone who just tunes in to the Super Bowl for the big event (and the commercials), game day is a great time to relax, unwind, and enjoy the company of friends and family while grazing on dips and watching sports.

Most of America eats the same way on game days: grazing on chips, dips, finger-foods and artery-clogging appetizers.. Out comes the good beer and the wine bottles get put away. Calories don’t count (goodbye New Year’s Resolutions!), and it’s not only acceptable to yell at the television, but it’s also preferred.

Super Bowl Dips List

How to Make Store Bought Dip Better

While nothing is better than homemade dip you may just need a shortcut. Here are a few tips for dressing up a pre-made dip:

  • Mix-ins: For any dip consider adding fresh herbs, dried spices, citrus juice, cheese, fruit, veggies, pre-made seasonings, nuts or seeds.
  • A splash of oil: Adding oil such as olive oil or chili oil is another easy way to upgrade a dip.
  • Heat: Add a spicy kick to your dip with hot sauce, sambal, gochujang, jalapenos, or chili or pepper flakes.
  • Garlic: Roasted or diced garlic will add a subtle sweetness to a dip.
  • Citrus: Add a citrusy flavor with fresh lemon, lime, or orange juice.
  • Protein: A creamy or cheesy dip is a perfect pairing for mixing sausage, ham, bacon, meatballs or other proteins.
  • Unique ideas: Try adding kimchi, pickled relish, or dried cranberries.
  • Guacamole: Add avocado oil, diced tomatoes, basil, cilantro, mint, cheese or fresh lemon or lime juice. Make the guacamole chunky with fresh avocado mixed into a store bought guacamole dip or add salsa or pico de gallo.
  • Hummus: Add olive oil, fresh lemon juice, mint, pine nuts, tahini, sumac, smoked paprika, marinated artichoke hearts, beets, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta, parsley, cilantro, or pomegranate arils.

While you’re at the grocery store considering visiting the deli or salad bar area for many of these upgrades.

Here is a round-up of the Best Game Day Dip Recipes we’ve made over the years, plus a few extras. If you’re not sure what to make you’ll surely be inspired after checking out these Game Day dip ideas!

Easy Game Day Dips

These easy dip recipes are a round-up of the crowd-pleasing favorites we’ve made over the years, plus a few extras. I hope you try at least one, and preferably all of them at one point or another. 

Kristy Bernardo
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Amelie Hunter

Wednesday 7th of March 2012

Yummy cabbage dip. I am totally clueless about Pinterest and am excited to learn about it and how I can use it.. Thanks for sharing.

the wicked noodle

Thursday 8th of March 2012

Anytime, Amelie :-)

Melissa Say What?

Thursday 2nd of February 2012

Please join our SuperBowl XLVI Pinterest Hop!

Amy

Saturday 14th of January 2012

Football. Zzzzz. The only redeeming IS the dips! I got my eye on a few of those. Any surprise that the S'mores one stands out? *DED* and p.s. LOVE the new header! My recent post Barbecue Hummus

thewickednoodle

Sunday 15th of January 2012

I know, right?!! The dips are where it's at. So happy you like the new header! I'm still tweaking it slightly but it's mostly done. Finally! :-)

nancy@skinnykitchen

Saturday 14th of January 2012

What a yummy collection of dips for Superbowl. My recent post Skinny Breakfast Pizza Melt

thewickednoodle

Saturday 14th of January 2012

Thanks, Nancy! My recent post my pinterest finds {super bowl edition – dips}

Sidney James

Saturday 14th of January 2012

These are some great finds! I love coming to these posts because I get so many great ideas :).

thewickednoodle

Saturday 14th of January 2012

Thanks, Sidney! So glad you swung by!