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Boat Dip Recipe

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5 from 74 reviews

Boat Dip is a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy dip blending cream cheese, sour cream, Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, cheddar cheese, and ranch seasoning. Perfectly chilled and versatile, it’s ideal for serving with chips, vegetables, or crackers at parties and gatherings.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix

Optional Add-ins

  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro or parsley
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper or jalapeño

Instructions

  1. Soften Cream Cheese: Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes to soften, which makes it easier to mix smoothly.
  2. Combine Cream Cheese and Sour Cream: In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and sour cream together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Drain and Add Rotel Tomatoes: Thoroughly drain the Rotel tomatoes with green chilies to avoid excess liquid in the dip, then stir them into the cream cheese mixture evenly.
  4. Add Cheese and Ranch Seasoning: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and the ranch seasoning packet until well combined to infuse flavor throughout the dip.
  5. Incorporate Optional Ingredients: Fold in the chopped cilantro or parsley and diced red bell pepper or jalapeño if using, to add fresh herbaceous notes and a subtle heat.
  6. Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dip for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.
  7. Serve: Stir the dip well before serving and enjoy with your choice of chips, fresh vegetables, or crackers for dipping.

Notes

  • Make sure to fully drain the Rotel tomatoes to prevent the dip from becoming watery.
  • Adjust the amount of jalapeño or bell pepper based on your preferred spice level.
  • For best flavor, prepare the dip a few hours ahead and refrigerate overnight.
  • If you prefer a lighter dip, use reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream.
  • This dip can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: Boat Dip, party dip, creamy dip, cream cheese dip, Rotel dip, ranch dip, appetizer, snack

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