Description
This Cheesy Chive Warm Dip is a creamy and flavorful appetizer that’s perfect for parties or gatherings. With a blend of cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, along with fresh chives and garlic, this dip is rich and satisfying. Baked until golden and bubbly, it’s best served warm with your favorite dippers.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesy Chive Warm Dip:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Garnish:
- Extra chopped chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, chives, garlic, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, bake for 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbly with a golden top.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with extra chives before serving. Enjoy warm with crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable sticks.
Notes
- You can prepare the dip ahead of time and refrigerate, then bake just before serving.
- For extra flavor, stir in cooked bacon crumbles or caramelized onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
