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3-Ingredient Sour Cream Dip

This sour cream dip is smooth, creamy, and totally scoop-worthy! It’s an easy dip packed with deliciousness and requires only a handful of ingredients - sour cream, cream cheese, Dry Ranch seasoning mix, and an optional garnish of fresh chives. Make it in 5 minutes - just mix, garnish, and serve. Perfect for busy weeknights, sudden cravings, or last-minute get-togethers!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizers, Sauces, Dressings, and Dips, Snacks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: sour cream dip
Servings: 12
Calories: 113kcal
Author: Jessica Haggard

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces sour cream
  • 8 ounces chive and onion cream cheese softened
  • 1 (1-ounce) packet dry Ranch seasoning mix or use 1 ounce of the DIY version below
  • 1 teaspoon chives minced (for garnish, optional)

DIY Ranch Seasoning Mix

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine sour cream and softened cream cheese. Stir by hand with a spoon or use an electric mixer for an extra light and fluffy texture.
  • Stir in the Ranch seasoning mix until well combined.
  • Serve immediately with chips or fresh vegetable sticks.

Notes

  • Full-fat sour cream and cream cheese create the creamiest, most indulgent dip. Low-fat versions work too, but the texture might be a bit thinner.
  • For an ultra-light and airy dip, use an electric mixer to whip everything together. It’s not a must, but it gives the dip a dreamy, fluffy texture.
  • If you like a little spice, mix in a pinch of cayenne, a splash of hot sauce, or some finely chopped jalapeños.
  • While you can dig in right away, refrigerating the dip for at least an hour lets the flavors fully develop for an even better taste.
Serve: Serve it with classic potato chips, tortilla chips, pretzels, or pita chips, or keep it fresh with veggies like carrots, celery, bell peppers, and cucumbers. For something heartier, pair it with chicken wings or chicken tenders. You can even spread it on sandwiches or wraps, or drizzle it over mashed potatoes for a flavorful twist!
Store: Place made-ahead or leftover sour cream dip in an airtight container or clear glass jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Enjoy the dip cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 113kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 223mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Net Carbohydrates: 7g
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