Creamy Snack Dip (Printable)
Smooth, savory dip combining sour cream, cream cheese, and fresh herbs for easy snacking.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 cup sour cream
02 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
→ Flavorings
03 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Fresh Additions
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine sour cream, softened cream cheese, and mayonnaise. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
02 - Add fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and ground black pepper to the dairy blend. Mix thoroughly until fully combined.
03 - Gently fold in finely chopped chives and parsley to maintain texture.
04 - Taste the dip and adjust seasoning if necessary to achieve desired flavor balance.
05 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It takes 10 minutes and requires nothing fancy—just a bowl and a whisk.
- The flavor deepens as it sits, so you can make it hours ahead without stress.
- It disappears at every gathering because it tastes homemade and feels indulgent without being heavy.
02 -
- Cold sour cream mixed with cold cream cheese will never blend smoothly—that's why softening the cream cheese makes all the difference between silky and grainy.
- The dip tastes better the next day, so don't hesitate to make it in advance and let the flavors develop overnight in the fridge.
03 -
- Use a microplane zester to add fresh lemon zest on top right before serving for brightness that makes people ask what's in it.
- Keep your hand mixer and whisk clean and dry—any water will thin out your dip and ruin the texture.