Description
This Hot Honey Cream Cheese Dip is a luscious and creamy appetizer that balances the smooth richness of cream cheese with the sweet heat of hot honey. Enhanced with tangy sour cream, a hint of garlic, and fresh herbs, it’s perfect for serving with crackers or fresh vegetables during gatherings or as a flavorful snack.
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup hot honey
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (such as chives or parsley)
Instructions
- Soften Cream Cheese: Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature until it is soft enough to mix easily, which usually takes about 10 minutes.
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese with sour cream and garlic powder until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Add Hot Honey: Gradually fold in the hot honey, stirring gently to incorporate it evenly throughout the mixture; taste and adjust the sweetness and heat to your preference.
- Stir In Fresh Herbs: Just before serving, mix in the chopped fresh herbs to add a burst of freshness and color to the dip.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, optionally drizzle additional hot honey on top for extra flavor, and serve alongside crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- For easier mixing, make sure the cream cheese is fully softened but not melted.
- Adjust the amount of hot honey to control the dip’s sweetness and heat level.
- Fresh herbs like chives or parsley add a bright flavor, but you can experiment with dill or basil depending on your preference.
- This dip can be prepared a few hours ahead and refrigerated; bring it back to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
