Blue Cheese Dip

Name: Blue Cheese Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 0.5 cup sour cream; 0.25 cup mayonnaise; 100 g blue cheese (crumbled, divided); 1 tsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1 pcs garlic (clove, minced); 1 pinch black pepper (freshly cracked); 1 pinch salt; 1 tbsp chives (fresh, finely chopped, for garnish)

RATING

4.6/5(135)

TASTE SCORE

8/10

A bold, creamy dip loaded with tangy blue cheese crumbles and a touch of garlic. Perfectly thick for scooping with crispy buffalo wings, fresh celery sticks, or crunchy potato chips. Comes together in just 10 minutes with simple pantry staples.

PREP

10m

COOK

SERVES

2 TBSP

122 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 8 servings

½ cupsour cream¼ cupmayonnaise100 gblue cheese · crumbled, divided1 tsplemon juice · freshly squeezed1 pcsgarlic · clove, minced1 pinchblack pepper · freshly cracked1 pinchsalt1 tbspchives · fresh, finely chopped, for garnish

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

122

CALORIES · 2 TBSP

Protein3g · 10%

Carbs1g · 3%

Fat12g · 89%

Fiber0g

Sugar1g

Saturated fat5g

Cholesterol21mg

Sodium211mg

Potassium52mg

Phosphorus53mg

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METHOD · 5 STEPS

prep · ~2 min
Crumble and measure the blue cheese.
Crumble the blue cheese into small pieces, dividing it into two portions: one for blending into the dip and one for folding in as chunky bits.
mix · ~2 min
Whisk together the base.
1.In a medium mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
2.Whisk until smooth and fully incorporated.
3.Add salt and black pepper, then whisk again.
mix · ~1 min
Fold in the blue cheese.
1.Add half of the crumbled blue cheese to the bowl.
2.Use a rubber spatula to gently fold the cheese into the base, mashing some pieces against the side for extra flavor while leaving others intact.
3.Fold in the remaining blue cheese crumbles for a chunky finish.
TIPMash a few crumbles against the bowl to streak the dip with intense blue cheese flavor.
rest · ~30 min
Chill the dip before serving.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. The dip can be made up to 2 days ahead.
TIPChilling is essential — it transforms the dip from good to great as the garlic and blue cheese marry.
garnish
Garnish with fresh chives and serve.
Just before serving, sprinkle the dip with freshly chopped chives. Serve alongside crispy buffalo wings, celery sticks, carrot batons, or kettle-cooked potato chips.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
For the deepest flavor, let the dip rest overnight in the fridge — the garlic and blue cheese meld beautifully.
2
Use a high-quality blue cheese like Roquefort or Stilton for a more complex, tangy taste.
3
If the dip is too thick after chilling, stir in a tablespoon of milk or buttermilk to loosen it.
4
Serve the dip with warm, crispy buffalo wings to contrast its cool, creamy richness.
5
To keep the dip from watering out, pat celery or cucumber sticks dry before dipping.
6
Make a double batch for parties — it disappears fast with chips and crudités.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

low fat

Low-fat

Replace the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt and use reduced-fat sour cream for a lighter dip that still has tang and creaminess, perfect for calorie-conscious snacking.

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