This blue cheese dip recipe is made with just five ingredients in less than five minutes. It’s got an incredible texture and flavor you’re going to love.
It’s season-less too, making it the perfect addition to holiday get-togethers, tailgates, game day and more! It pairs well with chips, veggies and chicken wings.
The best way to start any gathering is with dip, right? It’s one of my favorite starters because it seems to make everyone feel at home from the moment they walk in. This blue cheese dip is full of flavor and always a crowd pleaser.
It’s almost embarrassing to show you exactly how simple to make, but here I am, sharing away.
You just combine the ingredients and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve, making it great for a last minute summer get together, tailgating or Thanksgiving appetizer.
Don’t worry, your guests will never know that you didn’t put a lot of effort into this delicious dip. It will be our little secret.
Blue Cheese Dip
It’s rich and creamy, perfect for pairing with chips, veggies or buffalo chicken wings and a great alternative to traditional vegetable dip.
This amazing dip will have your guests begging for the recipe!
Why You’ll Love It
Ingredients and Substitutions
See printable recipe card for complete ingredients and instructions.
- Sour Cream – Full-fat sour cream works best for a super creamy dip recipe, but you can lighten it up with light sour cream if you prefer.
- Mayonnaise – Olive oil mayonnaise is my go to.
- Blue Cheese – Use a good quality blue cheese from the cheese department in your grocery store since it’s the star of the show. A fresh wedge is best (versus pre-crumbled) and will offer the creamiest texture and flavor. You can even use Stilton and Gorgonzola.
- Lemon Juice – Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds bright flavor. You can substitute with 100% real lemon juice if needed.
- Green Onion – Fresh scallions or spring onions add a burst of savory flavor and pop of color. Chives also work well and make a beautiful garnish.
- Black Pepper – Fresh cracked pepper at the very end adds a subtle hint of spice.
How to Make
- Combine – In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, blue cheese, lemon juice, and green onion. Add fresh cracked pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate – Cover and refrigerate 4+ hours or until ready to serve. This allows all the flavors to marinate.
Tips
- Quality Cheese – Quality blue cheese makes all the difference. There are so many amazing varieties to choose from! Maytag, Stichelton, Stilton, Gorgonzola, Danish Blue, and Roquefort.
- Marinate – Allow the dip to marinate 4+ hours for the flavors to meld.
- To Serve – Blue cheese dip thickens when refrigerated but returns to normal, thinner consistency when brought to room temperature. Serve it chilled for a thicker dip or room temperature for a thinner dip. It’s completely up to you!
Frequently Asked Questions
Both are correct! Bleu is simply the French spelling of this famous cheese. Because the French first included bleu cheese in salad dressings, they deserve all the credit, don’t they?
Blue cheese dressing is traditionally a much thinner finish, being easily pourable over a salad. This blue cheese dip is thick and creamy, though it can easily be thinned out for pouring too!
Bleu cheese contains calcium that we need for strong bones! However, because it’s higher in fat and sodium, it’s best to consume it in moderation as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Serving Suggestions
- Chips – I love serving with sweet potato, beet, kettle chips or ruffle potato chips. A mix of the 3 is even better!
- Crackers
- Veggies – Carrots, celery, cauliflower, broccoli, bell peppers
- Chicken Wings
- Salad – It’s perfect for a wedge!
Leftover Idea
Mix up a Chicken Wrap and add buffalo sauce for a delicious indulgence the next day!
How to Store
- Room Temperature – If you’re serving this for a party, it can sit out for up to two hours at room temperature. To serve for longer, fill a bowl with ice and then place the bowl of dip on top.
- Refrigerate – Refrigerate in an airtight container up to three days.
More Easy Dips
Blue Cheese Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 4 ounce blue cheese crumbled
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ¼ cup green onion chopped
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, blue cheese, lemon juice and green onion.
- Add fresh cracked pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate until serving. Serve with your favorite chips or veggies.
Julie’s Tips
Substitutions
- Sour Cream – Full-fat sour cream works best for a super creamy dip recipe, but you can lighten it up with light sour cream if you prefer.
- Blue Cheese – Fresh versus pre-crumbled is best and will offer the creamiest texture and flavor. You can use Stilton and Gorgonzola to mix it up.
- Lemon Juice – Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds bright flavor. You can substitute with 100% real lemon juice if needed.
- Green Onion – Fresh scallions, spring onions or chives also work well.
Serving Suggestions
- Chips
- Crackers
- Veggies
- Chicken Wings
- Salad
Tips
- Marinate – Allow the dip to marinate 4+ hours for the flavors to meld.
- To Serve – Blue Cheese Dip thickens when refrigerated but returns to normal, thinner consistency when brought to room temperature.
To Store
Refrigerate – Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days.Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.
I can not wait to make this! Looks and sounds so delicious.
This blue cheese dip is the perfect appetizer!
This was a hit at our potluck this weekend! Thanks!
Looks so tasty! I can’t wait to try!
This dip was a hit at our party! Thanks for the recipe!