Cream Cheese Salsa Dip

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Cream Cheese Salsa Dip is THE dip of summer! Full of flavor and veggies, this dip is a huge crowd pleaser and perfect for a patio happy hour or boat snack.

Cream Cheese Salsa Dip in a white bowl with tortilla chips in the background.

I love a good dip year round, but something about a bowl of dip with chips just screams summer to me. My Mexican Street Corn Dip and Dill Pickle Dip are both go-to recipes of mine for years, but this Cream Cheese Salsa Dip is giving them a run for its money!

This recipe came about because I was looking for a dip to make at the cabin and I had a very clear idea of what I wanted it to be. Creamy. Full of Vegetables. Salsa-y. I had a hard time finding exactly what I wanted so I came up with this and holy cow is it a home run. It is so so good with a bag of tortilla chips, preferably eaten outside!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Easy - this appetizer is super fast and easy to whip up. All you need is a bowl and a hand mixer!
Crowd Pleaser - this recipe has something for everybody and it is sure to be a hit at your next party.
Make Ahead - I like to chill this dip before serving it, which makes it perfect to make ahead of time.

Ingredients

Cream Cheese and Sour Cream - these make the dip super creamy.

Corn - I love corn in a salsa dip. I prefer using frozen corn over canned.

Salsa - this adds a ton of flavor and you can use whatever salsa brand is your favorite to adapt this to your preferences. I use mild salsa but medium and hot would also work.

Cilantro - this adds a freshness to the flavor of the dip.

Red Onion - I don't mind the flavor of raw onion but if you want to tame it down a little, soak the diced red onion in water for 10 minutes before adding it to the dip.

Bell Pepper - this adds flavor and color! I love that this dip is loaded with veggies.

Green Onion

Shredded Cheddar Cheese - you could also use Mexican blend or Colby Jack cheese, if you prefer.

Variations

Spice it Up - if you like your dips spicy, you can increase the spice level by either using hot salsa or add a dash of cayenne pepper. In addition, you could add some diced jalapeño for some more spice.

Lighten it Up - you can replace the sour cream with plain Greek yogurt.

Add Black Olives - I can't add these because then my family wouldn't eat it, but I think black olives would be a delicious addition!

Add Beans - for a boost of fiber, you can add a can of black beans.

Add Some Meat - you could definitely add some shredded chicken or ground beef if you want a little added protein.

Step by Step Instructions

Photo 1. In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sour cream until well blended and no longer chunky.

Photo 2. Add the salsa.

Photo 3. Beat until well combined.

Photo 4. Add the onion, bell pepper, green onion, corn, cilantro, and cheese.

Photo 5. Mix until combined. Season with salt and pepper, as desired.

Photo 6. Dig in!

Expert Tips

Serving Suggestion - I love serving this as a dip with tortilla chips, but raw veggies, Fritos, or potato chips would work, too. This dip is also a delicious topping for tacos, quesadillas, and burritos, and I even put a scoop on scrambled eggs one morning and it was pretty great.

Storage - store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.

Chill - while this step is technically optional, I recommend chilling the dip for at least 30 minutes prior to serving so it can get nice and cold and set up a little.

A scoop of cream cheese salsa dip on a tortilla chip.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use any kind of salsa?

Pretty much. If you choose a thinner salsa (like I did), the recipe will be a little thinner consistency compared to if you use a thicker salsa. If you want the dip thicker, just strain your salsa before adding it to the salsa. As far as flavors, you can use whatever variety of salsa you like.

Is this dip served hot or cold?

I have only eaten this recipe cold but you could definitely bake it if you want it hot. Simply transfer the dip to a baking dish and bake in the oven at 350 for 15-20 minutes.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Definitely! I actually prefer to make this ahead of time, as it has time to get really cold and set up a little.

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