Blue Cheese Walnut Dip
Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly rich, this Blue Cheese Walnut Dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that comes together in just 15 minutes! Featuring a luscious combination of crumbled blue cheese, softened cream cheese, and sour cream, this dip gets a delightful crunch and nutty depth from toasted walnuts. A hint of fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and perfectly balanced seasonings make every bite flavorful and satisfying. Perfect for serving with crackers, crisp veggie sticks, or warm pita chips, this elegant yet easy dip is ideal for entertaining or a quick snack. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness! Refrigerate for make-ahead convenience or enjoy immediately—either way, it's sure to be the star of the snack table.
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Ingredients
- 120 grams blue cheese, crumbled
- 225 grams cream cheese, softened
- 120 ml sour cream
- 60 grams walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 15 ml lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 15 grams fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Step 1
Preheat a small skillet over medium heat and toast the walnuts for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and let cool before chopping.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled blue cheese, softened cream cheese, and sour cream.
Step 3
Using a hand mixer or a sturdy whisk, blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Stir in the toasted and chopped walnuts, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt or pepper if desired.
Step 6
Transfer the dip to a serving dish and, if desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish.
Step 7
Serve immediately with crackers, vegetable sticks, or pita chips. Alternatively, refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving for the best texture.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (561.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1879.0 |
| Total Fat 177.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 87.8g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 399.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3629.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 36.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.7g | |
| Protein 55.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 25.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1111.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 960.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories