Pin it A whimsical, creamy dip styled to look like a melted snowman — perfect for winter parties and holiday gatherings.
I enjoyed making this dip for my family's holiday party where it was an instant hit, bringing smiles to all ages.
Ingredients
- Creamy Base: 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 120 g (½ cup) sour cream 60 g (¼ cup) mayonnaise 1 tsp lemon juice ¼ tsp garlic powder ¼ tsp onion powder ⅛ tsp salt ⅛ tsp black pepper
- Decorations & Garnishes: 2–3 black olives (for eyes, buttons, mouth) 1 small carrot (for nose, cut into a small carrot nose shape) 1 red bell pepper (for scarf, sliced) 1–2 pretzel sticks (for arms) Fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped (optional, for color)
- For Serving: Crackers, breadsticks, or vegetable sticks
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Step 2:
- Transfer the dip onto a large serving plate. Use a spatula to shape the dip into a melted snowman puddle — a large uneven circle with a smaller mound as the snowman's head.
- Step 3:
- Decorate: Place two olive slices on the head for eyes and several small olive pieces for a smiling mouth. Insert the carrot nose in the center of the face. Arrange olive slices or peppercorns down the body for buttons. Lay red bell pepper strips around the neck for a scarf. Stick pretzel sticks into the sides for arms. Sprinkle chopped parsley or chives for a touch of color, if desired.
- Step 4:
- Serve immediately with crackers, breadsticks, or vegetable sticks.
Pin it This dip has become a family favorite at our holiday gatherings, sparking fun conversations and festive spirit.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or chopped herbs. Get creative with decorations by using sliced pickles, cherry tomatoes, or colored peppers.
Required Tools
Medium mixing bowl, spatula, knife and cutting board, serving platter.
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cream cheese, sour cream), eggs (mayonnaise), and gluten if using regular crackers or pretzel sticks. Always double-check ingredient labels for allergens.
Pin it This fun and easy dip is sure to brighten any holiday party with its unique design and delicious taste.
Recipe FAQs
- → What ingredients create the creamy base?
The base blends cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise with lemon juice and seasonings like garlic and onion powder for smoothness and flavor.
- → How do I shape the dip to resemble a melted snowman?
Spread the mixture into a large uneven circle for the body, then add a smaller mound on top as the head, creating a melted snowman outline.
- → Which garnishes mimic the snowman's features?
Sliced black olives form eyes, mouth, and buttons; a small carrot piece shapes the nose; red bell pepper strips create a scarf; pretzel sticks serve as arms.
- → Can this dip accommodate dietary preferences?
Yes, substituting Greek yogurt for some or all sour cream and mayonnaise lightens it, and using gluten-free crackers or pretzels makes it gluten-free friendly.
- → What serving options complement this dip?
Serve with crackers, breadsticks, or vegetable sticks for easy dipping and festive presentation.
- → Are there suggestions for extra flavor?
Adding smoked paprika or fresh chopped herbs like parsley or chives enhances taste and color subtly.