Save A festive and vibrant appetizer featuring a creamy red pepper and spinach dip, beautifully arranged in a wreath shape for a stunning holiday centerpiece.
This dip wreath always impresses guests at holiday parties and is simple enough to prepare in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- Dip Base: 1 cup cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Vegetables: 1 cup roasted red peppers, drained and finely chopped, 1 cup fresh baby spinach, finely chopped, 2 green onions, thinly sliced, 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Seasonings: 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Garnish: 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds, Crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable sticks (for serving)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Step 2:
- Fold in the roasted red peppers, spinach, green onions, and garlic until evenly distributed.
- Step 3:
- Stir in smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Step 4:
- Transfer the dip mixture onto a large, round serving platter. Using a spatula or spoon, shape the dip into a ring or wreath, leaving an open center.
- Step 5:
- Garnish the top of the dip wreath with chopped parsley and pomegranate seeds to mimic festive holly.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately with crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable sticks, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save This recipe brings my family together every holiday season with its vibrant colors and delicious flavors.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, spatula or spoon, knife and cutting board, serving platter
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cream cheese sour cream Parmesan cheese) and eggs (mayonnaise) May contain gluten if served with regular crackers or bread Check all ingredient labels for specific allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories: 180 Total Fat: 15 g Carbohydrates: 6 g Protein: 4 g per serving
Save This dip wreath is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and adds a festive touch to any holiday spread.
Recipe FAQs
- → What ingredients give the dip its creamy texture?
The creamy texture comes from the combination of cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and grated Parmesan cheese, blended until smooth.
- → How can I make this dish vegan-friendly?
Use plant-based cream cheese and mayonnaise substitutes, and omit the Parmesan cheese to create a vegan-friendly version.
- → What spices enhance the flavor of this spread?
Smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes add smoky and mildly spicy notes to the blend.
- → How should the wreath be garnished for a festive look?
Chopped fresh parsley and bright pomegranate seeds are placed atop the wreath to mimic festive holly, adding both color and texture.
- → Can this be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, the dip can be made a day ahead and refrigerated. Garnish with parsley and pomegranate seeds just before serving for best presentation.