Description
This Roasted Garlic Dip is a creamy, flavorful appetizer blend featuring roasted garlic, cream cheese, mayo, and Parmesan. It’s perfect served cold or at room temperature alongside bread, crackers, chips, or fresh veggies, making it an ideal party dip or snack.
Ingredients
Dip Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- Pinch of Salt, to taste
- Pinch of Pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian Seasoning
- 1 Head Roasted Garlic
- 1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise, stirring until the mixture is smooth and creamy, which will provide a rich base for the dip.
- Season the Mixture: Add a pinch of salt, pepper, and the dried Italian seasoning to the bowl. Stir well to evenly distribute the flavors throughout the dip.
- Add Roasted Garlic: Squeeze the cloves from one head of roasted garlic into the mixture. Blend thoroughly until the roasted garlic is fully incorporated and the texture remains smooth.
- Incorporate Cheese: Fold in the shredded Parmesan cheese, mixing until combined to add a slightly nutty and salty flavor along with texture to the dip.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Chill if desired, or serve immediately at room temperature with bread, crackers, chips, or an assortment of fresh veggies for dipping.
Notes
- For best flavor, use freshly roasted garlic made by roasting a whole head in foil at 400°F for about 40 minutes until soft.
- You can substitute mayo with Greek yogurt for a tangier taste and healthier option.
- This dip stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Adjust the salt and pepper to taste depending on your preference and the saltiness of the Parmesan cheese.
- To make it vegan, substitute cream cheese and mayonnaise with plant-based alternatives and use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes (for roasting garlic, optional if using pre-roasted garlic)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
