Stop buying salsa from the supermarket!

Instead, grab your favorite bag of chips, vegetable sticks, and crackers and start making your own delicious dip from scratch. 

Buffalo Chicken Dip 

Cheesy, meaty and spicy, the buffalo chicken dip has it all. It’s one of the most celebrated dips in the world, perfect for watch parties and movie nights. Plus, with easy-to-find ingredients (chicken, Greek yogurt, hot sauce, and LOTS of cheese) you’ll never go wrong with this delicious classic.

Strawberry Cheesecake Dip

Who says desserts can’t be dips? If you’re craving for cake but don’t have time to bake one, strawberry cheesecake dips are the easiest and tastiest way to get your sweet tooth excited.

Mushroom and Gouda Fondue 

You’re going to need a lot of bread for this one. This cheese fondue is made in a skillet (surprise!) and is a delectable starter for a beautiful Sunday morning. Each dip melts in your mouth and gives you that earthy, delicious taste. 

Cake Batter Dip 

Perfect for kids parties! This birthday-cake-inspired dip is amazing with cookies, waffles, crackers and even cake. It’s rich and creamy, and just like any icing on a cake – it’s got a lot of sprinkles. 

Layered Smoked Salmon Dip 

Ever get tired of eating crab dip all the time? Smoked salmon dip is the way to go. Mixed with cream cheese, capers, horseradish and mustard, this is a must-try dip for the seafood lover. Best paired with toasted bagel chips. 

7 Layer Dip

These seven layers of Mexican goodness are sure to please the crowd. It’s perfect with tortilla chips! This dip’s probably going to melt in your mouth faster than it does to prepare. 

Grilled Mango Salsa 

Mangos? On a salsa? This salsa has tons of flavor with charred onions, tomatoes, jalapenos, and yes – even mangos. It’s a favorite snack in the summer, served with chips or dressed up with grilled fish. 

Lemon Feta Dip with Garlic Tomato Vinaigrette 

A pretty long name, but not a pretty long time to make. This Lemon Feta Dip recipe is a heavenly appetizer. Yum! 

Cheesy Vegan Spinach and Artichoke Dip 

Who says dips can’t be vegan? Made with a pureed cashew cream mixed with garlic, shallots, artichoke and spinach, this vegetable-packed comfort dip is perfect to go alongside fresh vegetables, pita chips, or flatbread. 

3-2-1 Dip

This dip is made with only 3 ingredients! It’s called “3-2-1” because it’s made with 3 blocks of cream cheese, 2 cans of diced tomatoes, and 1 pound of Italian sausage. Top it all off with green chilis and seasoning and it’s a banger.

Skillet Nacho Dip 

A twist to an all-time classic, the skillet nacho dip takes all your favorite nacho toppings into one, so you can fill up your plate and eat this as it is, or dip it with tortilla chips. 

Hot Crab Dip

Are you still tired of your regular crab dip? If the smoked salmon dip isn’t up your alley, try spicing up that crab dip with slices of green jalapenos and tons Greek yogurt for that extra flare and fancy.

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Have you found your favorite yet? Here’s more where those came from:

Vegan Chili ‘Cheese’ Dip 

We say “cheese” but there’s actually no cheese. The base of this delicious dip is made from almond milk and raw cashews, simmered together with potatoes and mixed with sauteed jalapenos and paprikas. Sprinkle it with cooked chorizo and top it off with radishes, avocado, scallions cilantro, and more jalapenos. 

Honey Ricotta Dip 

If you want a dip entirely made of cheese, this has to be it. This is a warm and gooey cheese appetizer you need in your life. Ricotta cheese with honey, orange zest, red pepper flakes and olive oil? Heaven. 

Chocolate-Chip Cookie Dough Dip

We know cookie dough is supposed to be eaten, but why not give it a twist and make it a party dip? This cream-cheese-based dip is super easy to make and is super delicious and indulgent – just mix everything together, bring out the graham crackers, and you’re set for a dessert party in your mouth. 

Cilantro-Lime White Bean Dip 

Healthy, tasty and extremely easy to make, this dip is popular to make during St. Patrick’s Day due to its green color. This dip blends white beans, garlic, cilantro leaves and extra virgin olive oil together, and is served with fresh veggies or crackers. 

Spicy Harissa Black Eyed Pea Dip 

This creamy and flavorful dip is an amazing seasonal alternative to the traditional hummus. With harissa – a North African hot chili pepper paste – added in, the spiciness and flavor of this dip is out of this world. 

2-Ingredient Fruit Dip 

We mentioned a 3-ingredient dip, but yes – there’s a 2-ingredient dip made of cream cheese and whipped marshmallows. This dip ties in together with all of your favorite fruits. You can even dip crackers and pretzel sticks with this one. It’s so simple to make. 

Chicken Bacon Ranch on Baked Hummus Dip 

As the name suggests, it’s a hummus dip filled with chicken, bacon and ranch. It’s gluten-free and so delicious, you won’t need to worry about eating for seconds. 

Avocado Strawberry Mango Salsa 

Three fruits come together for a heavenly, fruit-filled salsa. With the hint of sweetness from the strawberries and mango, the creaminess of the avocado, and a kick of heat from the jalapenos, it’s another perfect dip to serve in parties and gatherings. 

Slow-cooker Corn and Jalapeno Dip 

With this dip you get the best of both worlds: crunchy and spicy. Oh, did we mention it’s a whole lot cheesy, too? You won’t even need a side of chips with this one. Don’t be afraid to take spoonfuls, we won’t judge you. 

Loaded Delicata Squash Hummus Dip 

This variety of the hummus dip is a great way to welcome fall. Delicata squash blended with chickpeas, olive oil and a few spices makes this the most rich savory, and delightful dip you’d ever want to try. It’s basically a meal on its own. 

Roasted Poblano and Corn Guacamole 

A guac addict? This is for you. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and zesty, and it’s filled with roasted poblano peppers and corn kernels. Delish! 

Serena Wolf’s Boss Bean Dip 

Author of the The Dude Diet and The Dude Diet Dinnertime, Serena Wolf creates this easy two-step bean dip that’s highly packed with protein and deliciousness. It only takes 20 minutes to make, making this the perfect snack for movie nights. 

Greek Yogurt French Onion Dip 

This quick and easy Greek Yogurt French Onion dip is a healthy, low carb, gluten free and protein packed appetizer that is perfect for parties! Only 110 calories and so creamy! Great tasting and great for the body. Everybody wins.

Want more?

Check out our For the Love of Hummus for tons more inspiration on all things dips, sides and sauces. You can never go wrong with a little dip.