Garlic lovers, this garlic dip is for you! A 5 minute dip recipe that is easy and full of fresh garlic. Delicious appetizer with veggies, chips or crackers.
We go through a lot of garlic in this house. I’m one of those people who typically adds 3-4 garlic cloves at least to a recipe that calls for 1 clove. So this dip is right up my alley.
If you need another dip for the folks who don’t love garlic as much, check out these ideas that you can serve as an alternative.
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1: Mix together cream cheese, sour cream and heavy cream
Step 2: Add in remaining ingredients and stir until well mixed
Step 3: Chill for at least an hour before serving
Tips and Tricks
- Herb substitution:
So funny story….I had every intention of using parsley for this recipe. But I accidentally grabbed the bunch of cilantro out of my fridge and didn’t realize it until I had chopped it up and added it to the dip. Ya know what though….It turned out great and I really like it with the cilantro so that’s how I kept this recipe.
However, if you are not a cilantro fan, feel free to substitute parsley. - Preparing the garlic:
There are a few different ways to mince garlic including mincing with a knife, using a grater or a garlic press. Use whichever way you prefer. A grater or garlic press will produce a stronger garlic flavor than mincing with a knife so keep that in mind. - Make a day ahead if you can. The flavor of the garlic gets stronger as the dip sits.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, fresh garlic for this dip is a must since it really is the star of the recipe. Garlic powder just won’t give you the same punch of garlic flavor. You can adjust the amount of garlic to your liking.
This dip should keep well in a covered container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
This is a very versatile dip. Veggies, crackers, pretzels, bread and chips all work well.
Garlic Dip
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 TBSP heavy cream
- 1 TBSP minced garlic, around 6 cloves depending on size
- 1/2 TBSP fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 tsp pepper or to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sour cream and heavy cream using an electric mixer
- Mix in remaining ingredients
- Cover and store in the refrigerator for at least an hour
