Save A whimsical, eye-catching party platter featuring a creamy blue cheese dip surrounded by crisp chips and vibrant vegetables, reminiscent of a frozen pond.
This dip has been a hit at every party I've brought it to. Guests love the unique color and rich taste!
Ingredients
- Dip: 200 g (7 oz) cream cheese softened, 100 g (3.5 oz) sour cream, 60 g (2 oz) blue cheese crumbled, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt, Blue food coloring (optional to achieve frozen pond color), 1 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped
- Dippers: 150 g (5 oz) tortilla chips, 100 g (3.5 oz) blue corn chips (for color contrast), 2 celery stalks cut into sticks, 2 carrots peeled and cut into sticks, 1 small cucumber sliced into rounds, 1 cup radishes halved, 1/2 cup snap peas
- Garnish: 2 tbsp crumbled blue cheese, 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill, Edible glitter or silver sugar pearls (optional for icy effect)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese sour cream blue cheese lemon juice garlic powder and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Step 2:
- If desired add a few drops of blue food coloring and stir until you achieve a pale icy blue hue.
- Step 3:
- Fold in chopped chives.
- Step 4:
- Spoon the dip into a wide shallow bowl. Smooth the surface and sprinkle with extra blue cheese and herbs. For a festive touch add edible glitter or sugar pearls.
- Step 5:
- Arrange tortilla chips blue corn chips and vegetables around the dip on a large platter to resemble a frozen pond.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately with extra chips and vegetables on the side.
Save This dip platter is always a family favorite during holiday gatherings and summertime parties.
Required Tools
Mixing bowl, spoon or spatula, serving platter, sharp knife, vegetable peeler (optional)
Allergen Information
Contains milk from cream cheese sour cream and blue cheese. Check chips for gluten if needed. Always verify labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 240 calories, 15 g total fat, 19 g carbohydrates, 5 g protein.
Save This dip platter combines flavor and visual appeal to brighten any party table.
Recipe FAQ
- → How can I achieve the frozen pond blue color?
Add a few drops of blue food coloring to the dip mixture until you reach a pale icy blue shade.
- → What are good alternatives for sour cream?
Greek yogurt can be used instead of sour cream for a lighter texture and tangy flavor.
- → Can this dip be made ahead of time?
Yes, prepare the dip up to a day in advance and keep it refrigerated until ready to serve.
- → What chips work best for serving?
Tortilla chips and blue corn chips offer great crunch and a pleasing color contrast for presentation.
- → How can I make this dip suitable for gluten-sensitive guests?
Use certified gluten-free chips and carefully check all ingredient labels to avoid gluten contamination.
- → What garnishes enhance the flavor and look?
Sprinkle extra crumbled blue cheese and chopped fresh parsley or dill; edible glitter or silver sugar pearls add a festive icy effect.