Smooth and Creamy Italian Dip
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Smooth and Creamy Italian Dip, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering. Made with a luscious blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and tangy Parmesan, this dip delivers bold Italian flavors thanks to a hint of garlic powder, fragrant dried Italian seasoning, and a touch of black pepper. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking needed, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for last-minute entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley, it pairs beautifully with crunchy vegetables, crusty bread, or crispy crackers. Whether it’s a game day snack or an elegant party spread, this creamy dip is always a hit.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the cream cheese. Make sure it is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
Step 2
Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, and grated Parmesan cheese to the bowl.
Step 3
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Using a hand mixer or a sturdy whisk, beat the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to fully incorporate all the ingredients.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.
Step 6
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and, if desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Step 7
Serve immediately with crackers, breadsticks, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and celery sticks.
Step 8
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving again.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (508.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2060.5 |
| Total Fat 199.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 77.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 444.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2336.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.3g | |
| Protein 34.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 830.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 344.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories