Lights, Camera, Dips: The Best Dips for Movie Night
Lights, camera, snack time! Movie nights are the perfect time to sit back, relax, and enjoy your favorite films with your friends and family. And what's a movie night without some delicious snacks to munch on? One of the best ways to elevate your movie night snack game is by serving up some tasty dips to pair with your favorite chips, crackers, and veggies. Here are some of the best dips for movie night that are sure to satisfy your cravings:
Spinach Dip: This classic dip is always a hit at parties and movie nights. With its creamy texture and savory flavors, spinach dip is the perfect dip to pair with crispy tortilla chips or pita bread. And with DipDelivered's Spinach Dip Mix, you can make this dip in a snap.
With all of Dip Delivered’s dips just add 1 cup of mayo and 1 cup of sour cream to any of our delicious dry mix pouches and let them rest in the refrigerator for approx. 30 mins prior to serving. Of course, substitutions can be made for low fat and fat free options of mayo and sour cream but try something a little different like using 2 cups of unflavored plain Greek yogurt instead. It’s rich and firm bodied texture will create a spreadable dip that is great on crackers or as a sandwich spread on toasted bagels or vegetables.
Queso Dip: This ooey-gooey cheese dip is a crowd-pleaser that is perfect for movie nights. Serve it with some tortilla chips or fresh veggies for a delicious and satisfying snack. And with Queso Blanco Dip Mix, you can easily make this dip at home. here's a simple recipe for making queso dip at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/4 cup of canned diced green chilies
- 1/4 cup of canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and milk together until well combined.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the shredded cheddar cheese over low heat until it begins to melt.
- Add the milk mixture to the saucepan and stir until the cheese is completely melted.
- Add the diced green chilies, diced tomatoes with green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the saucepan.
- Continue to stir the mixture over low heat until all the ingredients are well combined and the queso dip is heated through.
- Taste the queso dip and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or spices to taste.
- Once the queso dip is at your desired consistency and flavor, transfer it to a serving bowl.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips, pita bread, or as a dip for your favorite Mexican dishes.
Making queso dip at home is simple and with Queso Dip Mix, you can easily make a variety of delicious queso flavors right in your own kitchen.
Guacamole: This classic dip made from fresh avocados, tomatoes, and onions is a healthy and tasty snack that is perfect for movie nights. Serve it with some crispy tortilla chips or veggies for a refreshing and flavorful snack. Here's a simple recipe for guacamole dip:
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Cut the avocados in half lengthwise and remove the pits. Scoop out the avocado flesh into a mixing bowl.
- Add the chopped red onion, jalapeño pepper, and cilantro to the mixing bowl.
- Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the avocado mixture and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mash the mixture with a fork or potato masher until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Taste the guacamole and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips, pita bread, or fresh veggies.
This simple and delicious guacamole recipe is perfect for movie nights or any occasion. And with Guacamole Dip Mix, you can easily make this dip at home without any hassle.
Cajun Chicken Dip: If you're looking for a dip that has a little bit of a kick, then Cajun chicken dip is the way to go. This dip is made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, and spicy Cajun sauce, and it's the perfect dip to pair with some celery sticks or crackers. Just make one of our signature Cajun dip mixes with (1) 8 oz pkg of cream cheese (softened in the microwave) and 1 cup of mayo and 1 pound of shredded chicken and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Warm in the microwave and serve with crackers, tortillas or pita chips.
Hummus: Hummus is a healthy and tasty dip that is perfect for movie nights. Made from chickpeas, tahini, and other flavorful ingredients, hummus is a versatile dip that can be paired with pita chips, crackers, or fresh veggies. here's a simple recipe for making hummus at home with chickpeas:
Ingredients:
- 1 can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 3 tablespoons of tahini
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- In a food processor, add the chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Process the ingredients until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- If the hummus is too thick, you can add a tablespoon or two of water to thin it out.
- Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.
- Once the hummus is at your desired consistency and flavor, transfer it to a serving bowl.
- Drizzle with additional olive oil and sprinkle with paprika or chopped fresh herbs, if desired.
- Serve with pita bread, fresh veggies, or crackers.
Making hummus at home is simple, and with DipDelivered's Hummus Dip Mix, you can easily make a variety of delicious hummus flavors right in your own kitchen like lemon & Garlic, Sweet Chili, Everything bagel and red & Green Pepper.
French Onion Dip: This creamy dip is a classic that never goes out of style. Made with sour cream, onions, and other flavorful ingredients, French onion dip is the perfect dip to pair with some chips or crackers. The store purchased Lipton French onion soup mix is a traditional and easy to make dip.
Salsa: Salsa is a simple and delicious dip that is perfect for movie nights. Made with fresh tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, salsa is a refreshing and flavorful dip that can be paired with tortilla chips or veggies. here's a simple recipe for making salsa at home:
Ingredients:
- 3 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, jalapeño pepper, and chopped cilantro.
- Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the mixture and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir the mixture until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice to taste.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend the salsa in a food processor or blender until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Once the salsa is at your desired texture and flavor, transfer it to a serving bowl.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips, pita bread, or as a condiment for your favorite Mexican dishes.
Making salsa at home is quick and easy, and with Salsa Dip Mix, you can easily make a variety of delicious salsa flavors right in your own kitchen.
Bacon Ranch Dip: This savory dip is the perfect combination of bacon and ranch flavors. Made with sour cream, bacon bits, and ranch seasoning, this dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next movie night.
There are many types of breads and vegetables that pair well with dips. Here are some suggestions:
Breads:
- Tortilla chips (for salsa and queso dips)
- Pita bread
- French bread
- Baguette
- Ciabatta
- Focaccia
- Crostini
- Crackers
Vegetables:
- Carrot sticks
- Celery sticks
- Bell pepper slices (red, green, yellow, or orange)
- Cucumber slices
- Cherry tomatoes
- Snap peas
- Broccoli florets
- Cauliflower florets
These breads and vegetables provide a great balance of textures and flavors with the creamy, savory dips like guacamole, hummus, and queso. Try different combinations to find your favorite pairings!
In conclusion, movie nights are a great way to spend time with your loved ones and enjoy some of your favorite films. And with these delicious dips, you can take your movie night snack game to the next level. Whether you're in the mood for something creamy, cheesy, or spicy, there's a dip on this list that is sure to satisfy your cravings. So, grab some chips, crackers, or veggies, and let's start dipping!