Blue Cheese Dip

Loaded with real blue cheese crumbles, this Blue Cheese Dip is rich and tangy, perfect for dipping veggies or spreading onto crackers. And once you taste it, you’ll never want to serve chicken wings without it. It’s seriously addictive!

Easy Blue Cheese Dip Recipe

I’ve always loved blue cheese dip, especially when wings are on the menu. The problem is, so many versions miss the mark on getting the flavor just right. Some are so mild you can barely taste the cheese, while others are so sharp they take over the whole plate.

My smooth and creamy blue cheese dip recipe fixes that. The blue cheese flavor is front and center without being overwhelming, and the texture stays creamy and scoopable even after chilling. It’s a delicious, quick, and easy dip for veggie and snack boards and also a classic, tangy sauce for buffalo wings.

Looking for the perfect wing pairing? This Blue Cheese Dip is delicious with my Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings, Hot Honey Wings, or Crispy Garlic Parmesan Wings.

Ingredients Needed to Make It

• Sour cream: This gives the dip its tangy base.
• Mayonnaise: Adds richness and a creamy dip texture.
• Crumbled blue cheese: You can use a creamy blue cheese like Gorgonzola for a smoother dip, or Roquefort if you prefer a sharper flavor.
• Lemon juice or white wine vinegar: A little acid that cuts through the richness of the dip.
• Worcestershire sauce: This adds extra depth without standing out on its own.
• Garlic clove, minced or grated: Optional, but great if you like a slightly garlicky kick.
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper: Just a pinch to season the dip.
• Milk or buttermilk: Use to adjust the texture if you want a thinner dip.
• Chives or parsley, chopped: Adds a fresh pop of color.

How To Make Blue Cheese Dip

Step 1. Add the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice or vinegar to a food processor.

Step 2. Add in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, and black pepper and pulse until smooth and fully combined.

Step 3. Next, add the crumbled blue cheese and pulse just a few times to mix. I like to stop early so there are visible blue cheese pieces, but you can pulse it a bit longer for a smoother dip.

Step 4. Drizzle in the milk or buttermilk a tablespoon at a time and mix until the dip reaches your preferred consistency.

Step 5. Transfer the dip to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes so the flavors have time to come together.

Step 6. Give it a quick stir, then garnish with chopped chives or parsley before serving.

How To Store Leftover Dip

Store any leftover blue cheese dip in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Give it a good stir before serving. I do not recommend freezing it because the dip tends to separate when thawed.

Tips And Tricks

• Crumbling the cheese: Crumble a block of blue cheese by hand instead of using pre-crumbled cheese for the best texture.
• Wait to add extra salt: Taste after chilling before you add more salt, since the flavor develops in the refrigerator.
• Chunky: Blend part of the cheese and fold in the rest for a mix of creamy and chunky.
• Fresh is best: Always use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
• Avoid over mixing: Overmixing can cause the dip to take on a gluey texture. Mix just until it’s smooth.

Variation And Add-ins

• Yogurt: Swap half the sour cream for Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier blue cheese dip.
• Spice: Mix in a dash of hot sauce or cayenne for a spicy blue cheese dipping sauce.
• Dressing: Thin it with milk or buttermilk and use it as a wedge salad dressing.
• Bake it: Make it a baked dip by placing the dip in a small baking dish and warming in the oven.
• Spread it: Use it as a sandwich spread by reducing or omitting the milk. Spread it directly onto burgers, wraps, or grilled chicken sandwiches.

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