13 Delicious Summer Dips

By Marcus T. • Jun 05, 2024

Sweet, sweet summertime. Hanging by the pool, relaxing on the patio, gathering friends at the park... summertime is full of hangout time! And, what goes perfectly with hangout time? Snacks! These 13 Summertime Dip Recipes are the perfect way to bring the fun to your next hangout session. Grab your favorite crackers, chips, fruit, veggies, or pretzels, and get ready to savor the fun.

1. White Chicken Chili Corn Dip

Is it just us, or are dips really the best appetizer of them all? They bring everyone to the table, people have fun dipping stuff, no one can resist going back for seconds... It's perfect! Well, White Chicken Chili Corn Dip wants to be the best of the best, and it might just succeed! This is a Tex-Mex-inspired app filled with juicy chicken, summery corn, spicy and bright salsa verde, and plenty of melty, creamy, tangy cheese. Mmmm, you can just smell it now, and just picture it being set on the table next to a huge pile of tortilla chips. Don't worry about leftovers; White Chicken Chili Corn Dip ensures there won't be any, or at least no leftovers of itself!

2. Perfect Peach Salsa

Salsa is a classic component in both Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisines, but with the summer so beautiful outside, it could use some Southern flare as well! Perfect Peach Salsa adds the juicy, floral, sweet fruit to the classic savory-spicy dip, which makes the refreshing snack even more satisfying and relaxing. It's ridiculously easy to make and takes just 10 minutes, so your garden party or hangout just got more exciting! Perfect Peach Salsa might literally be perfect in every way!

3. Summer Fiesta Dip

The key to keeping life fun is to celebrate all the things... big and small! And in this case, we're popping the confetti as we bid farewell to the blistering cold and excitedly welcome the longer, warmer days ahead! And to kick things off we made some Summer Fiesta Dip. Isn't the name perfect for this occasion?! As we're celebrating the good and sunny days that are coming, we're dipping our chips into this creamy and sweet, corn-infused concoction that even has a little bit of spice. Whether you're sitting poolside or having a picnic, commemorate the sunny day season with our Summer Fiesta Dip!

4. Honey Fruit Dip

Munching on juicy, sweet fruit poolside... mmm, there's nothing better! The sun is shining down on you and life just seems so simple. Want to know what could raise it up a few more notches? This Honey Fruit Dip! This creamy, rich, and thick dip is just asking your fave fruits to cannonball into it! It's so tasty and definitely makes your days feel a little bit sunnier. So, the next time you're about to dive into a bowl of summer-y fruits, make sure you quickly whip up some of this Honey Fruit Dip to go with them! It's sure to be a splash!

5. Cheesy Crab Dip

People go crazy over this cheesy, creamy, crab dip at every gathering! Cheesy Crab Dip is rich and savory, filled with juicy sweet crab, fresh herbs, and tangy sharp cheese. It’s perfect for lunch on the patio or a summertime snack in the sun, especially when served with plenty of toast or celery for dipping. Cheesy Crab Dip gets everyone asking for the recipe the moment they try it!

6. The Pink Dip

When you have a party coming up and you need a snack to amaze, don't think: just pink! The Pink Dip doesn't actually need a great tagline to draw in party-goers; its taste does that all on its own. The sweet, creamy mixture has a distinct tang that keeps everyone coming back for more, with a floral, summery taste of raspberries to round it out. It even has fresh raspberries on top for an extra fruity flavor. The Pink Dip is great for serving with fresh strawberries, sponge cakes, and sugar cookies... whatever you can find that could use a splash of vibrant taste!

7. Homemade Hummus

This recipe for Homemade Hummus is quick and easy to make, and you’ll love dipping into it! Chickpeas are blended with tahini until super-smooth and creamy, and they’re seasoned with robust olive oil, smoky cumin, and tangy lemon juice. You can have this as a snack or appetizer with whatever you want to dip! Homemade Hummus is simple, delicious, and you can save some in your fridge for whenever you want to snack on something.

8. Anything-But-Boring Bean Dip

This Anything-But-Boring Dip really lives up to its name! With a scrumptious surprise around every corner, this dip is a savory concoction of textures and flavors. Packed with hearty black beans, tangy sour cream, spicy jalapeño, and melty queso fresco, this dip's creamy deliciousness is absolutely irresistible. Topped with fresh and bright tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and even more cheese, you'll be jumping for joy as you reach for the tortilla chips! Excitement never tasted as good as this Anything-But-Boring Bean Dip!

9. Skinny Queso Dip

How exactly do you take queso dip, one of the most indulgent apps ever, and keep it in line with your health goals? Simple! Skinny Queso Dip! Replacing the milk with lower-fat coconut milk helps reduce the guilt, as does using Greek yogurt for that extra tang instead of sour cream. Skinny Queso Dip is just as creamy, cheesy, spicy, and luxurious as its traditional counterpart, and it's just crying out for you to dive in and indulge with tortilla chips, veggies, or whatever else you love to dip! Lose the pounds but never lose the flavor with Skinny Queso Dip!

10. Oceanside Cheese Dip

With the freshness you experience from this appetizer's outstandingly overboard flavors, you'll almost be able to feel the ocean breeze blowing through your hair. Oceanside Cheese Dip is a refreshing change of pace everyone wants to dip into. Juicy lump crabmeat and plump shrimp are swimming in a creamy, spicy cheese sauce and meld together to get totally ready for the deep dive your slices of yummy French baguette are about to endure. Pull up to the cabana and catch the wave of flavor this coastal creation we call Oceanside Cheese Dip provides. It's shore to become the maritime marvel at all of your landlocked events!

11. Sesame Chicken Dip

Sesame Chicken Dip combines your favorite creamy dip with your favorite Asian-inspired dish right out of the white box! On a spread of tangy cream cheese is savory chicken coated in umami-packed soy sauce and nutty sesame flavor, garden-fresh spinach, and crunchy peanuts! You really can't go wrong serving Sesame Chicken Dip at your next party... unless you were hoping to have leftovers of it the next day! You'll be out of luck there!

12. Loaded Spinach Dip

Loaded Spinach Dip took a look at traditional spinach and artichoke dip and said "I can do that... but better!" And indeed, it does! The tangy, creamy, savory dip you love is now truly loaded with bacon flavor! The rich, succulent, porky-deliciousness is mixed into the dip and then is on top in the form of bacon bits! Balanced out with some juicy tomatoes, Loaded Spinach Dip is the way to load up your party with even more fun!

13. Ultimate Pico De Gallo

Oh sure, you could get your salsa from a jar at the supermarket... or you can show everyone how to really do Mexican cuisine with this Ultimate Pico De Gallo! It's so easy and quick to make you'll be amazed you ever bought the premade stuff! Juicy tomatoes and sharp onions are chopped up and seasoned with fragrant garlic, bright lime, and herbaceous cilantro, plus a little jalapeño pepper for heat. Then, just toss and presto! Ultimate Pico De Gallo is ready to get scooped up with tortilla chips or served on top of burritos or tacos or... well that's the beauty of it. The sky's the limit with this sauce/dip/snack/marvel!