15 Fourth of July Dip Recipes Every Cookout Needs
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We all know dips are the best part of any party. So if you’re planning a cookout for the 4th of July this year, you’re going to need at least one – if not two or three – tasty dips to satisfy your guests! Since it’s one of our specialties, we’re here to help inspire you with these 15 Fourth of July dip recipes for a crowd.
Hot Dips
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Buffalo chicken dip is a surefire way to satisfy a crowd at any gathering. For the Fourth of July, we like to make a double batch of this dip and serve it with plenty of corn chips and Hawaiian rolls. Guests can either dip or build their own buffalo chicken sliders – making this dip equal two party appetizers in one! We also have a cold buffalo chicken dip made with cottage cheese if that’s more your style.
Mexican Street Corn Dip
We love making easy recipes in our slow cooker, and there’s no reason dips and appetizers shouldn’t be included in that! Our easy Mexican street corn dip is a hands-off recipe that comes together in about 2 hours so you can get it started well before guests arrive. As with many great dips, this goes best with some tortilla chips. For some added serve with Tajin and chopped cilantro so guests can garnish their own servings.
Cheesy Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Spinach and artichoke dip is a party staple in our family. This creamy, cheesy version can easily be made ahead of time and reheated for the party, or thrown in a slow cooker to warm back up and serve.
BBQ Pulled Pork Dip
I don’t know about you, but BBQ pulled pork is one of our favorite ways to celebrate the summer months. We made this dip based on our much loved, super creamy buffalo chicken dip, but with a BBQ pulled pork twist. It’s bold, savory, and absolutely packed with flavor in every bite.
4 Layer Mexican Dip
Skip the 7 layer dip and make this ooey-gooey 4 layer Mexican dip instead. It’s a crowd pleaser at any party, and takes little effort to assemble and pop in the oven! Serve with tortilla chips and a big spoon so guests can take a heap for their plates.
Mexican Bean Dip
If you’re looking for a creamy, cheesy, and savory dip to serve at your Fourth of July party this year, you’ll want to give this restaurant style bean dip a try. Made with 3 kinds of cheese and refried beans, it’s the kind of decadence you crave (and deserve) after a long day of summer fun.
Cottage Cheese Queso
Creamy queso that comes together in just 5 minutes? This unbelievably tasty (and high protein!) cheese dip is a must-have at your Fourth of July cookout. Throw it together last minute or prep it ahead of time, and serve it hot or cold with tortilla chips for the easiest appetizer ever.
Cold Dips
Blueberry Lemon Whipped Brie Dip
Blueberry and lemon are quintessential flavors of summer! Serve them in this deliciously creamy whipped brie dip with pita crackers, crostini, or fresh bread for an elevated appetizer your guests will crave long after it’s gone. We love the seasonal flavors of this recipe.
Sweet Vidalia Onion Dip
We’ve replaced the classic store-bought onion dip with a much better homemade version that’s thick, creamy, and packed with flavor. Without any of the extra preservatives or other ingredients we can’t pronounce. And even if you don’t care about any of that, our dip just tastes better! Especially when served with some crispy kettle chips. 😋
Bacon Jalapeno Popper Dip
Love our bacon cream cheese jalapeno poppers but don’t want to go through the effort of making them? Make our bacon jalapeno popper dip instead! All the goodness of jalapeno poppers but much less work. This has quickly become one of our favorite dips no matter the occasion.
Cottage Cheese Spinach Artichoke Dip
Cold dips are essential for a good cookout. Not only are they a light and refreshing snack on a hot summer day, but you can make this cold spinach and artichoke dip ahead of time with less than 10 minutes of prep! The best part? You can pack up the leftovers and take it to the beach with you the next day.
Black Bean Corn Salsa
This might be our favorite 5-minute appetizer dip ever! All you need is black beans, corn, lime juice, and salt. Simple, yet so refreshing and pairs perfectly with salty tortilla chips.
Dessert Dips
Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Dip
More of a cheesecake fan? Try this easy no-bake cheesecake dip for a crowd-pleasing treat to cap off your cookout. We love that you can easily make it ahead of time and serve it cold.
S’mores Dip
Why stop at appetizers when you can have dips for dessert, too? This campfire s’mores dip will be a hit at your Fourth of July cookout when the sun goes down and everyone’s craving something sweet. Make a big batch to serve with graham crackers and pretzels.
Hot Chocolate Dip
Cold dessert dips are perfect for the summer and for any 4th of July celebration. We’re bringing one of our favorite winter treats to the warm weather with our hot chocolate dip. It pairs perfectly with graham crackers or mini pretzels for the ultimate make-ahead sweet treat.
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