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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    American-Made Dips: 9 Crowd-Pleasers for Your Next BBQ

    Published: May 10, 2025 · Modified: May 27, 2026 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Nothing kicks off a backyard hangout like a table full of crowd-pleasing dips. Whether it’s creamy, cheesy, spicy, or smoky, the right dip has a way of bringing everyone together around the snack table. I’ve rounded up some all-American favorites that are total crowd-pleasers—perfect for scooping, dipping, and double-dipping (no judgment here). These are the kinds of recipes that disappear fast, so you might want to make a double batch.

    Quick & Easy Green Goddess Dip With Fresh Herbs

    A bowl of creamy herb dip is surrounded by fresh vegetables, including broccoli, cucumber slices, baby carrots, celery sticks, and round crackers. The dip is garnished with chopped herbs and black pepper. The background features a textured, dark surface.
    Quick & Easy Green Goddess Dip With Fresh Herbs. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    Vibrant, herby, and oh so creamy, this homemade Green Goddess dip gets its robust flavor from fresh parsley, basil, and tarragon.
    Get the Recipe: Quick & Easy Green Goddess Dip With Fresh Herbs

    10-Minute Cream Cheese, Cocktail Sauce & Shrimp Dip

    A scoop removed showing the layers of a shrimp dip.
    10-Minute Cream Cheese, Cocktail Sauce & Shrimp Dip. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    This 10-minute appetizer recipe layers cold cream cheese, jarred cocktail sauce, and pre-cooked shrimp. Top with grated cheddar cheese, and enjoy!
    Get the Recipe: 10-Minute Cream Cheese, Cocktail Sauce & Shrimp Dip

    Franks Red Hot Buffalo Dip

    A baking dish of buffalo chicken dip
    Franks Red Hot Buffalo Dip. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This classic appetizer brings the bold flavors of rotisserie chicken and tangy Buffalo sauce. It’s like enjoying hot wings in a creamy, irresistible dip.
    Get the Recipe: Franks Red Hot Buffalo Dip

    Vidalia Onion Dip

    A scoop of onion dip on a pita chip.
    Vidalia Onion Dip. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This simple yet flavorful dip is a must-have that always pleases the crowd. With just a few ingredients, it’s the ultimate onion dip for any party.
    Get the Recipe: Vidalia Onion Dip

    From Scratch Sour Cream And Onion Dip With Caramelized Onions

    A bowl of sour cream dip with caramelized onions next to a bowl of chips.
    From Scratch Sour Cream And Onion Dip With Caramelized Onions. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Take a classic appetizer to the next level with this from-scratch Sour Cream and Onion Dip using caramelized onions.
    Get the Recipe: From Scratch Sour Cream And Onion Dip With Caramelized Onions

    Cold Corn Dip With Sour Cream And Rotel Tomatoes

    Corn dip in a bowl next to chips.
    Cold Corn Dip With Sour Cream And Rotel Tomatoes. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This easy corn dip combines canned corn, canned Rotel tomatoes and chilies, sour cream, mayonnaise and cheddar cheese. Ready in 10 minutes, serve cold.
    Get the Recipe: Cold Corn Dip With Sour Cream And Rotel Tomatoes

    Hot Pimento Cheese Dip In A Crock Pot

    A skillet of pimento cheese dip next to a bowl of corn chips.
    Hot Pimento Cheese Dip In A Crock Pot. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This warm, cheesy dip is a quick crowd-pleaser that stays perfectly gooey in a slow cooker. Add it to your bbq spread for an easy, flavorful snack.
    Get the Recipe: Hot Pimento Cheese Dip In A Crock Pot

    Homemade White Queso Dip In Just 15 Minutes

    A bowl of white queso dip with chips on a plate.
    Homemade White Queso Dip In Just 15 Minutes. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Smooth, creamy, and ready in just 15 minutes, this queso is a bbq essential. It’s the perfect pairing for chips or your favorite dippers.
    Get the Recipe: Homemade White Queso Dip In Just 15 Minutes

    Pimento Cheese with Cream Cheese and Chipotle Peppers

    Two crackers with pimento cheese next to a bowl of cheese dip.
    Pimento Cheese with Cream Cheese and Chipotle Peppers. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

    Pimento cheese is a Southern classic you’ll find at just about any potluck or party. It’s creamy and ultra cheesy, with that perfect zing only real mayo provides.
    Get the Recipe: Pimento Cheese with Cream Cheese and Chipotle Peppers

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