Creamy Boat Dip Recipe Perfect for Easy Summer Snacking
This creamy boat dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for easy summer snacking, featuring tangy, savory flavors and a creamy texture that pairs perfectly with chips and veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional add-ins: chopped green onions, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine ½ cup mayonnaise, ½ cup sour cream, and 4 oz cream cheese (softened). Use a spatula or spoon to mix until smooth and well combined.
- Add 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, and 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped) to the bowl. Stir until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Start with a pinch of each and adjust as needed.
- If using optional add-ins like chopped green onions, shredded cheese, or crumbled bacon, fold them in gently at this stage.
- Transfer the dip to your serving dish and smooth out the surface with your spatula. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh dill or a few diced pickles for extra color.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled with your favorite dippers like potato chips, carrot sticks, celery, or pita bread.
Notes
[‘Use room-temperature cream cheese to ensure smooth mixing.’, ‘Don’t skip the pickle juice—it’s the secret ingredient for tangy flavor.’, ‘Chill the dip for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.’, ‘Adjust seasoning gradually to suit your taste.’, ‘Customize your garnish with fresh dill, paprika, or finely chopped pickles.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 2
Keywords: creamy dip, summer snack, boat dip, easy appetizer, dill pickle dip