Dips always start the party right, so when I’m hosting a get-together with family and friends, I like to make some party dips ahead of time for our party. I want to share with you some of my favorite dips that I think will be a hit at your next party.

I have a variety of easy appetizer dips that are served cold, with cream cheese, sour cream, and herbs that can be made the night before.

party dips that can be made for serving a crowd

I also have some great crock pot dip recipes that you can start a few hours before your guests arrive. They will be creamy and bubbly when it’s time to serve with chips, crackers, or veggie sticks. If you love cheesy dips, seafood dips, and Mexican dips, I have those lined up for you, too. 

Scoops For Party Dips

When it comes to serving these delicious party dips, you’ll want to provide a variety of options for your guests to scoop them up with.

  • Tortilla chips
  • Potato chips
  • Pretzels
  • Pita chips
  • Veggie sticks (carrots, celery, cucumbers, bell peppers)
  • Breadsticks
  • Crackers
  • Toasted baguette slices

Easy Dip Recipes For Your Next Party

knorr vegetable dip in a bowl with green onions on top surrounded by crackers for dipping
Cold Knorr Vegetable Dip Original Recipe  
Learn how to make the famous Knorr Vegetable Dip with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for parties and gatherings, this dip is always a crowd favorite.
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Cream cheese sauce of the chocolate chips around it
Cold Cream Cheese Salsa Dip
Need a quick cold dip recipe that is a delicious creamy dip for your next party? Cream cheese salsa dip is sure to be a winner with everyone.  The cool, creamy dip is made with cream cheese, sour cream, and cheddar mixed in with salsa and Mexican spices.
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cream cheese shrimp dip topped wit whole shrimp and onions
Cold Shrimp Dip With Cream Cheese
Looking for an easy and delicious party dip? Try my family's cold shrimp dip made with cream cheese, Old Bay, a touch of mayo, and seasonings all blended together to make an easy-to-scoop cold party appetizer.
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Made with sour cream in a bowl with chips carrot sticks and celery sticks
Creamy 2-Minute Yogurt Dill Dip Recipe
Creamy Yogurt Dill Dip is an ideal quick party dip that only takes two minutes to prepare. With a blend of Greek yogurt, mayo, minced onion, garlic, and dill perfect with veggies and chips.
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lipton onion soup dip recipe ina white bowl with potato chips around it
Easy Homemade French Onion Dip Recipe
This homemade French onion dip recipe is a classic snack dip that's always a hit! It takes less than 5 minutes to whip up a bowl of this rich and creamy dip using everyday pantry staples and fresh sour cream.
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Creamy Maryland Crab Dip with melted cheese and old bay sprinkled on top.
Hot Crab Dip Recipe
Here's the best Maryland crab dip recipe that delivers a creamy, cheesy texture infused with classic crab seasoning and packed with sweet crab meat. This Crockpot crab dip is perfect for serving at a party or simply treating your loved ones to a special dish. With minimal prep and maximum crab flavor, it’s the ultimate go-to slow-cooker crab dip for easy entertaining!
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warm queso dip topped with jalapenos and cilantro
Creamy Homemade Restaurant Style Queso Dip
This creamy restaurant-style homemade queso dip recipe is a blend of gooey cheeses and Mexican seasonings with a punch of heat. The taste is cheesy and smooth, so It's the perfect dip with tortilla chips or any of your favorite Mexican foods.
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mexican caviar dip with chips
Easy Mexican Caviar: 10 Minute Party Dip
This quick and easy Mexican Caviar Recipe, also called Texas Caviar or Cowboy Salsa, doubles as a delicious salad or dip and is perfect for a party dip or your weeknight Mexican dinner menu.  It is a snap to make, with a variety of beans, tomatoes, chilies, fresh onions, cilantro, and garlic, all tossed in a light cumin and lime dressing.
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buffalo chicken dip topped with blue cheese crumbles
Easy Buffalo Rotisserie Chicken Dip Recipe
This easy buffalo chicken dip recipe features juicy rotisserie chicken, three types of cheeses, hot sauce, and seasonings, all combined to create a creamy party dip appetizer. 
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cold crab dip with lemon zest on top
Creamy 5-Minute Cold Crab Dip Recipe
Sweet lump crab meat from a can, creamy cheeses, and a hint of Old Bay combine to whip up a tasty and crowd-pleasing dip in less than 5 minutes! When you make this creamy cold crab dip recipe, you will almost hear the ocean waves.
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Rotel sausage dip next to chips and topped with cilantro and pickled jalapenos
Creamy Rotel Sausage Dip (Easy Crock Pot)
This easy warm Rotel sausage dip recipe combines the classic flavors of sausage and Rotel tomatoes with creamy Velveeta and cream cheese for a sure party or game day hit.
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buffalo chicken dip in a crock pot topped with blue cheese
Creamy Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
This easy make-ahead crock pot buffalo chicken dip recipe is filled with the zesty tang of hot sauce whipped into creamy melted cheeses. The best part is how quick and easy it is to whip up a crock pot full of this dip because you make it with a rotisserie chicken. I promise you can't stop eating it once you start, it keeps you coming back for more.
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warm chili cheese dip ready to serve with cilantro, jalapeno and onions on top
5 Ingredient Crock Pot Chili Cheese Dip
Spice up your party with this delicious and easy make-ahead 5 ingredient chili cheese dip! Perfect for game day or topping on baked potatoes and nachos.  This warm creamy cheese dip recipe is the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer for which everyone will want the recipe. 
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Small Crock-Pot with taco dip in it cheese melted on top with cilantro onions and peppers
Cheesy Layered Taco Dip with Ground Beef (Crock Pot Recipe)
This cheesy Velveeta taco dip with ground beef is a hot and creamy Crock Pot recipe that takes just 15 minutes to prepare and bubbles away in your slow cooker to absolute perfection. Layers of taco-seasoned ground beef between the creamiest swirls of Velveeta, cream cheese, sour cream, and Monterey Jack make for a cozy appetizer that's perfect for game day or a cozy night in with friends.
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roasted red pepper spread
Roasted Red Pepper Spread
Roasted Red Pepper Spread is a delightfully sweet, Mediterranean flavored roasted red pepper and tomato spread that can be used as a dip for naan bread, a sauce for pizza and pasta, or a sandwich spread.
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Cranberry salsa poured over cream cheese on a plate with chopped green onions jalapenos and cilantro on the side chips near the plate with cranberry salsa on top of them
5-Minute Cranberry Salsa with Cream Cheese
This sweet and savory 5-minute cranberry salsa is served over soft cream cheese for an irresistibly creamy treat that’s perfect for a holiday appetizer or easy Saturday night treat.
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spicy pimento cheese in a bowl with cracker and celery stickls
Homemade Spicy Pimento Cheese (Dip or Spread)
Get ready for some serious heat with this spicy pimento cheese dip, which also doubles as a spread! Whipped up in less than 15 minutes, it features a blend of cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese and cream cheese with pimentos, mayonnaise, and pickled jalapeños for an extra kick of zesty flavor. Serve chilled or at room temperature with a side of crackers, veggies, or chips for dipping.
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