Daffodil Dip

Brighten up your appetizer spread with this irresistibly creamy and vibrant Daffodil Dip! Bursting with flavor, this easy-to-make recipe combines the tangy richness of cream cheese and sour cream with the sharpness of shredded cheddar and the subtle sweetness of finely diced yellow bell pepper. A hint of turmeric lends a warm golden hue reminiscent of blooming daffodils, while fresh lemon juice and aromatic spices like garlic and onion powder elevate every bite. Perfectly seasoned and garnished with fresh chives, this versatile dip pairs beautifully with crackers, chips, or an array of crisp vegetable sticks. Ready in just 15 minutes, Daffodil Dip is an ideal choice for spring gatherings, picnics, or game-day parties, and it can be served fresh or chilled for added convenience. Add a pop of sunshine to your table with this delicious crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp onion powder
• 0.25 tsp turmeric powder (optional, for color)
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, finely diced yellow bell pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric powder (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 3

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 4

Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with chopped fresh chives for garnish.

Step 5

Serve immediately with crackers, chips, or fresh vegetable sticks, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Allow chilled dip to come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(713.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1962.5

Total Fat 180.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 466.5mg	0%
Sodium 2248.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 23.7g
Protein 48.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1210.6mg	0%
Iron 1.5mg	0%
Potassium 707.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.5%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 10.0%