Cream Cheese Ranch Dip (Printable Version)

Creamy cream cheese and ranch blend served with fresh, crunchy veggie sticks for a tasty snack.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cream Cheese Ranch Dip

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - ½ cup sour cream
03 - ¼ cup mayonnaise
04 - 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
05 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)
06 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
07 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Veggie Sticks

08 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
09 - 2 celery stalks, cut into sticks
10 - 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
11 - 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
12 - 1 small cucumber, cut into sticks

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, blend softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add ranch seasoning mix along with optional chives and parsley. Stir to combine evenly and season with salt and pepper to preference.
03 - Transfer mixture to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors, or serve immediately if preferred.
04 - Arrange the carrot, celery, bell pepper, and cucumber sticks neatly on a platter surrounding the dip.
05 - Present chilled dip with veggie sticks, encouraging children to enjoy healthy snacking.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy and flavorful
  • Easy to prepare and kid-friendly
02 -
  • For a lighter dip, use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream or mayonnaise
  • Homemade ranch seasoning can be mixed with dried herbs and spices
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs for brighter flavor
  • Chill the dip to allow flavors to meld perfectly
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