My Keto Cream Cheese Dip recipe is the ultimate flavor delivery vehicle for veggies. It boasts a short preparation time (under 2 minutes) but yields amazing long-lasting flavors. Read on to see what it takes to build these flavors and make this cream cheese dip today!
This recipe is: Low Carb, Keto, Gluten Free and Vegetarian
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9 Reasons to Love This Recipe
Here are solid reasons why you need to make this scrumptious cream cheese dip ASAP:
- It's easy and quick.
- It’s absolutely rich and creamy with a smooth finish.
- It uses simple, readily available ingredients!
- It's a crowd-pleaser and incredibly satisfying. The dip gets better as the flavors meld together.
- It’s perfect for a low-carb diet.
- It pairs great with pork rinds, cucumber slices, bell peppers, and more.
- Perfect for munching during a movie or at a party or gathering.
- It is a very economical dip using low-cost ingredients.
- My kids love this dip!
Is Cream Cheese Dip Low-Carb?
Yes, traditional cream cheese dip for veggies is considered low-carb because it uses cream cheese and sour cream, which are relatively low in carbohydrates.
The cream cheese used in this recipe is also low carb; to know "is cream cheese low carb", check out the in-depth details on the carb content and nutritional value.
This recipe is incredibly low-carb, with less than 2 g net carbs per serving. The negligible carb count makes it one of the best keto dips with cream cheese. You can enjoy it with various veggies or foods without worrying about a significant carb spike.
Low-Carb Cream Cheese Dip Ingredient List
My delicious cheese dip recipe calls for simple pantry staples:
- 10 ounces cream cheese
- 2 teaspoons dried chives
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic
- ¼ teaspoon granulated onion
- fresh cracked black pepper
Ingredient Substitutions
The easy cream cheese dip will still turn out great with these ingredient substitutions:
- Cream cheese: Try Neufchatel cheese, which is similar to cream cheese.
- Granulated garlic: Definitely try some of my roasted garlic for a fantastic earthy flavor. Add a bit of minced garlic if you like the punch of raw garlic.
- Granulated onion: Replace with less onion powder or dried minced onion.
- Dried parsley: Use fresh parsley (double the amount), dried basil, or even dried dill.
- Dried chives: Use double the amount of fresh chives and about the same amount of minced green onion or dried cilantro.
Additional Ingredients
You will end up with one of the most delicious keto dip recipes if you use any of these wonderful additions:
- Fresh herbs: This recipe loves fresh herbs. Fresh parsley, oregano, cilantro, basil, chives, or thyme works great.
- Heat: I love adding a bit of heat (as I do with most recipes). For this one, however, I do not mix it in, as the cream cheese turns kind of pink from the cayenne, pepper flakes, chipotle, or hot paprika. Instead, I dust the top. This way, people who avoid spice can wait until the top layer is gone.
Note: These ingredients are optional and not part of the recipe. Use them only to boost the low-carb dip's flavors.
Preparation Tools
You only need three tools to make this delicious keto dip for veggies:
- A medium-sized bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- A fork
How To Make Keto Cream Cheese Dip: Complete Guide
Cooking Method
- No-cook recipe
Preparation Steps
- Gather up all the ingredients needed for the cream cheese dip.
- Add the ingredients to a bowl large enough to hold them all.
- Mix well with a fork.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Step 1: Gather up all your ingredients.
Step 2: Place all the ingredients into a medium sized bowl. Find a fork because you're going to need it in the next step.
Step 3: Mix the cream cheese and ingredients well with a fork. Use a silicone spatula to scrape out from the bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve!
💡 My Pro Tip
For The Best Results
This recipe is ready in 2 minutes, but it tastes best when all the dried spices have had a chance to open up a bit. I find that it tastes best on the second day or at least a couple of hours after you have made it.
If your cream cheese dip comes out too thick, here are a few ways to make it more creamy:
- Add in a tablespoon or two of heavy cream. Start by adding in 1-2 tablespoons and mixing well. A little goes a long way.
- If you don't have heavy cream, add 2-3 tablespoons of sour cream. Again, add the sour cream, mix, and add more if it is still thick.
- If neither of the above suggestions helps, let the dip come closer to room temperature. It may simply be too cold.
⏲️ Time-Saving Tips
- Soft cream cheese is the easiest to use. Leaving it on the counter for a while speeds up the mixing process.
- Make ahead so the flavors can meld together. This gives the dip the time it needs to explode with flavor.
What to Serve with Keto Cream Cheese Dip?
You can snack on my cream cheese dip with your favorite veggies throughout the week or serve it at your next get-together. Here are some delicious options:
- Sweet and Spicy Roasted Carrots: Dip the carrots in the keto friendly appetizer dip dip for a burst of flavor. It rounds out the carrots' spiciness well.
- Grilled Asparagus: Dip the luscious asparagus spears into the rich appetizer recipe for depth of flavor.
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts: The cream cheese dip elevates the savory and smoky flavors of the roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon.
- Spicy Roasted Cauliflower: The cream balances out the heat in these perfectly roasted cauliflowers- yum, such a healthy appetizer!
Storage
- This needs to be refrigerated for storage purposes. As far as longevity is concerned, I've eaten this dip up to about a week after I've made it—it lasts that long.
Recipe Conclusion
This flavor-packed Keto Cream Cheese Dip recipe is great served with sliced vegetables - you'll forget that you're even eating vegetables it's so good! But it doesn't need to be relegated only to that. Spice it up a bit with pork rinds for a delightful snack. Want an even better idea? Add chile powder to the pork rinds and then scoop up some dip.
If you're not following a low-carb or keto diet, serve with chickpea chips for a crunchy, gluten-free option. You may also serve it at a barbecue. Go ahead and put together some Grilled Pork Kabobs or Grilled Pork Chops. However you serve the dip, I hope you savor its mouthwatering flavors like we do. Share your experience and how you like the recipe in the comments. Happy eating!
Other Flavorful Low-Carb Sauces
If you think this is one of the best creamy dip recipes ever, you may like these low-carb sauces too:
FAQs
Yes, you can enjoy cheese daily on a keto day, but you must be mindful of the carb content and portion sizes. Ensure they suit your dietary goals and preferences.
Yes, cream cheese is generally okay to include in your keto (ketogenic) lifestyle. It's a dairy product that is low in carbohydrates and high in fat, thus suitable for maintaining ketosis.
Yes, it is safe to freeze cream cheese dip. However, its texture may not be exactly the same as when it was freshly made.
Keto Cream Cheese Dip
Ingredients
- 10 ounces cream cheese
- 2 teaspoons dried chives
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic
- ¼ teaspoon granulated onion
- fresh cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Gather up all the ingredients needed for the cream cheese dip.
- Add the ingredients to a bowl large enough to hold them all.
- Mix well with a fork.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Add in a tablespoon or two of heavy cream. Start by adding in 1-2 and mixing well. A little goes a long way.
- If you don't have heavy cream, add in 2-3 tablespoons of sour cream. Again, add in the sour cream, mix and add in more if it is still thick.
- If neither of the above suggestions help, let the dip come a little closer to room temperature. It may simply be too cold.
- For people who love heat, add in ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes.
- For more depth of flavor, add in ¼ teaspoon smoked Hungarian paprika.
- Want more brightness: add in a squeeze of lime.
- This cheese dip recipe is great to serve with sliced vegetables, but it doesn't need to be relegated to this kind of boredom. Spice it up a bit with pork rinds for a fantastic low carb snack. Want an even better idea? Add some chile powder to the pork rinds and then scoop up some dip.
- If you're not doing the low carb or keto way of eating, serve with some chickpea chips for a crunchy, gluten free option.
- For storage purposes, this needs to be refrigerated. As far as longevity is concerned, I've eaten this dip up to about a week after I've made it... if it lasts that long.
Nutrition
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5 Responses
I don't know where you are getting your nutrition information, but 10 oz of cream cheese doesn't have 1860 calories. 8 oz is 720 calories, so the correct calorie count should be 900 calories for 10 oz, or 45 or so calories per serving for this (assuming 20 servings).
this is a good idea, except that its pretty stiff, and not as pliant as your usual dips.
Any suggestions about that?
It's only stiff when chilled. Add some sour cream to make it easier to dip.
Made this mostly as directed, omitted chives and black pepper, added 1/8 tsp ground red pepper, 1/4 tsp paprika, squeeze of lime, and drizzle of cream till desired consistency. This is awesome!
Super delicious! Loved it!