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.
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.
Hot Crab and Artichoke Dip
This recipe combines two of the best dips into one! Crostini or tortilla chips work best for this one -- or just a spoon!
Baked Goat Cheese
This Baked Goat Cheese is amazing with garlic bread or crostini! It's a copycat recipe from Mon Ami Gabi,
Spinach Artichoke Dip with Shiitake Mushrooms
This recipe takes hot, cheesy spinach and artichoke dip then raises the bar with some sauteed shitake mushrooms. As someone whose eaten far more than her share of this ubiquitous dip over the years, this is the best version!
Dried Beef Dip with Garlic & Horseradish
Dried beef is beef that’s been smoked and cured then sliced very thin. Imagine that mixed with cream cheese, sour cream, garlic, horseradish and green onions. Yes, just 6 ingredients and SO addicting! Serve this one with crostini, crackers or fresh vegetables.
Hot Mexican Corn Dip
This recipe calls for fresh corn, but in the winter you can substitute canned. There's so much cheesy goodness in this dip that no one will ever tell the difference! Add some spicy, smoky adobo sauce for some heat.
Jose Peppers Espinaca Dip Recipe
This is a copycat of the famous cheese dip from Jose Peppers restaurants. But it's more than your average cheese dip: it uses homemade Velveeta, and adds spinach, tomatoes and roasted poblanos for a truly amazing dip!
Queso Dip with Roasted Hatch Chiles
Although this queso dip calls for hatch chiles, canned green chiles can be used, too. It's perfect for watching the big game!
Sausage Cream Cheese Dip
You won't believe how good this 3-ingredient dip is! Smoked sausage, a can of diced tomatoes with green chiles, and a brick of cream cheese is all you need for a flavorful football dip.
Choriqueso (Queso Fundido with Chorizo)
This might be the dip that out-dips them all! Mexican chorizo (which is very different from Spanish chorizo) with cheese, onion, tomato, and cilantro. It can be served on tortillas then rolled up or tortilla chips for dipping.
Easy Crescent Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Dip
Whether your team is winning or losing, you'll love ending things on a sweet note. These pull-apart cinnamon rolls can be dipped into a cream cheese center that everyone will love!
Buffalo Chicken Dip with Skillet Bread
Welcome to your newest dip obsession…Buffalo Chicken Dip served in a skillet with freshly baked bread for dipping – baked in that very same skillet.
Easy Dill Dip
Dill dip is an easy, creamy dip that's perfect for serving with chips, crackers, toasty bread, or fresh crisp veggies.
hot caramelized onion dip with bacon & gruyere
Add a little bacon and cheese to caramelized onions, and you've got a dip that is warm and gooey and quite filling - perfect for snacking on during your Game Day Party.
Pizza Dip
This is an easy dip recipe that’ll keep people talking for days and the kids will love it. You really can’t beat this pizza dip recipe.
Dill Pickle Dip
Dill Pickle Dip is a creamy, cheesy dip that is loaded with dill pickles and ham to give you plenty of flavor in every bite!
Tzatziki (Low Fat Yogurt & Cucumber Dip)
Tzatziki dip is the good-for-you dip that also tastes great! You ight want to just eat it with a spoon, but you can also serve it with pitas or pita chips, gyros, veggies, and grilled meats.
Easy Caramel Apple Dip
If you want a sweet treat with a pinch of healthy fruit to add to your spread, go for this easy caramel apple dip.
3-ingredient Cheese Dip with Pretzel Rolls
Pair this super fast 3-ingredient cheese dip with your favorite pretzel rolls for a delicious snack addition. Bonus: it only takes about 5 minutes to throw together.
Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe
This dip might be even better than the traditional jalapeno poppers we all know and love. It's cheesy, creamy, and full of bacon and jalapenos. A perfect party dip!
Cheeseburger Dip Recipe
This cheeseburger dip is a definite crowd pleaser! It's everything you love about cheeseburgers but in dip form, topped with green onions and crumbled bacon.
Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe
Smoked salmon dip is easy and delicious, and pairs perfectly with pitas, baguettes, and veggies.
Broccoli Cheese Dip (Stove Top or Slow Cooker)
Just like the classic soup, this broccoli cheese dip is rich, comforting, and delicious. This is a great gameday dip to serve with corn chips, crackers, or toasty bread.
Mississippi Sin Dip
This addictive dip is a tailgating favorite and perfect for any party. Warning: there won't be any left overs with this one.
Easy Hummus Dip - Salsa, Greek, or Mexican
Hummus dip is a quick and easy appetizer that’s also good for you. Try making any one of these three easy recipes or try all three!
Lasagna Dip
This is like dinner in dip form, complete with sausage, marinara sauce, and gooey cheese. Pair this with a toasty baguette for dipping for a hearty party app.
Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Dip
If you need a dessert dip that will blow everyone's minds, this is the one you want. Dig in with apple slice or vanilla wafers!
Beef Enchilada Dip
This tasty enchilada dip is beefy and hearty and perfect for dipping with your favorite tortilla chips. Plus, it's ready in just 15 minutes.
5 Minute Million Dollar Dip
5 ingredients, two steps, and just a few minutes, and you've got a party pleasing dip that is seriously addicting.
Classic Pico de Gallo Recipe
Pico de Gallo is perfect for an easy, fresh appetizer with tortilla chips.
Chili Cheese Dog Dip
This is a fantastic and flavorful party dip that is basically a chili cheese dog in a bowl. Perfect for feeding a hungry crowd.
Eggplant Dip (Salata de Vinete)
This traditional Romanian eggplant dip is always a hit and pairs perfectly with bread. It's super easy to make and takes just four ingredients!
S'Mores Pie Dip
This campfire classic is a quick and easy dessert that is a fun dip with the graham crackers used as dippers. Perfect for a Game Day Party with kids.
7 Layer Dip
A Tex Mex favorite, this dip is made with layers of refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, tomatoes, green onions and olives.
Crack Dip
Crack dips is made with bacon, cheese and ranch seasoning. It's so addictive you won't be able to stop eating it!
Imitation Crab Ceviche Recipe
Imitation crab ceviche is light and refreshing and incredibly easy to prepare. Serve it with tortilla chips or bread as dippers.
Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing
The tangy buttermilk tastes great as a dip with chips, wings, pretzels, bread and more.
Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus
This Cilantro Jalapeño Hummus is smooth and creamy plus it’s very flavorful. It’s perfect as a dip served with pita chips.
Easy Nacho Cheese Dip Recipe
This gameday dip only takes about 5 minutes to prepare and is sure to be hit at the watch party.
Homemade Ranch Dip
No dip list would be complete without a homemade classic ranch dressing to go with your Super Bowl veggies and chips.
Garlic Dip Recipe
This 5-ingredient garlic dip comes together in 5 minutes and is made with mayo, sour cream, garlic, mint and lemon juice.
Queso Fundido Dip (Spicy Chorizo Dip!)
This easy chorizo dip with queso fundido is made with queso quesadilla cheese, mozzarella, garlic and chorizo.
Homemade Chili Cheese Dip
Homemade Chili Cheese Dip made with chili, shredded cheese, cream cheese, and salsa.
Easy Sour Cream Dip
Source cream dip is a Super Bowl classic, takes just minutes to make and tastes great with chips and veggies.
Smoked Queso Dip
This easy smoked queso dip is perfect to go alongside whatever you’ve already got smoking. It takes just minutes to throw together and is always the perfect appetizer!
Marshmallow Fruit Dip
The perfect centerpiece on a fruit platter spread.
Cheesy Shrimp Dip
Serve this cheesy shrimp dip with pita chips, assorted crackers, or sliced and toasted baguettes.
Pub-Style Beer Cheese Dip
This beer cheese dip can be served cold warm and is made with cheddar cheese, cream cheese, Worcestershire Sauce, spices and your favorite beer.
French Onion Dip
This French onion dip is made with sour cream, mayonnaise, caramelized onions, garlic, chives and parsley.
Homemade Salsa Recipe
This restaurant-style comes together in just minutes.
Easy Guacamole
Last but not least guacamole is the star player of Super Bowl party dips.
Easy Shrimp Ceviche
A quick and easy shrimp ceviche that is made with pre-cooked shrimp instead of raw shrimp, avocado and marinated in pico de gallo.
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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!