Description
Creamy, tangy, and deeply flavorful, this Cold Pepperoncini Dip balances the richness of cream cheese with the bright acidity of pickled pepperoncini. It’s make-ahead friendly, easy to whip up, and always a hit at parties.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup finely chopped pepperoncini
2 teaspoons pepperoncini brine
1/4 cup finely sliced green onions
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
Pinch crushed red pepper (for garnish)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add the sour cream and continue mixing until light and fluffy.
3. Fold in the chopped pepperoncini, brine, green onions, garlic, and dill.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld.
6. Stir before serving and garnish with red pepper and extra scallions.
Notes
Let the cream cheese fully soften before mixing to avoid lumps.
Don’t skip the chill time—it’s key for the flavors to settle.
Use full-fat dairy for the creamiest results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dips & Spreads
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Cold dip, pepperoncini, cream cheese dip, party appetizer