Creamy Bagel Dip Recipe (3 Easy Variations Included!)
This creamy bagel dip recipe is a crowd-pleaser made with a blend of sour cream, cream cheese, and flavorful mix-ins. Serve it with mini bagels, bagel chips, or fresh veggies. It’s perfect for parties, brunches, or casual snacking—and includes 3 delicious variations: Buffalo Chicken, Veggie Ranch, and Sweet Cinnamon!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl (medium or large)
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Airtight container or serving bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cream cheese softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup crumbled bacon bits
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Add sour cream and mayonnaise. Whisk or beat until well blended and creamy.
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, dill, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in shredded cheddar, bacon bits, and green onions.
- Transfer the bagel dip to a serving bowl or airtight container.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (ideally 2–3 hours) before serving.
- Serve with bagel chips, mini bagels, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
Make-Ahead: Best prepared a day in advance to let flavors meld.
Customizable: Add chopped pickles, jalapeños, or ranch mix for variation.
Sweet Version: Swap herbs and bacon for cinnamon and powdered sugar for a dessert dip!
Vegan Option: Use plant-based mayo, vegan cream cheese, and dairy-free sour cream.