25 Tailgating-Worthy Dip Recipes That Aren't Buffalo Chicken

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Wed, September 18, 2024 at 3:18 PM UTC

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Discover the top 25 best tailgating dip recipes that will elevate your game day experience.
From cheesy artichoke dip to loaded veggie dip, there's a dip recipe for every taste preference at your next tailgate party.
Whether you're a fan of buffalo chicken dip or looking to try something new, these dip recipes are sure to score big points with your guests.

There's nothing quite like the thrill you get from tailgating with your friends and family while rooting for your favorite sports team. And if you're anything like me, you look forward to the food more than seeing your team win The Big Game .

My first instinct when I approach a tailgate table is to make a mad dash for the dips . It's not an exaggeration to say that I would eat dip for dinner every day if I could. Sure I could never go a season without loading up my plate with a mountain of buffalo chicken dip . But let's face it—there's many teams in the league, there's also plenty of other dip recipes out there to try!

Best Tailgating Dip Recipes

From cool dips like Avocado Tomatillo Dip, Sun Dried Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, to hot, easy dips like Chicken Fajita Queso Dip and Three Cheese Lasagna Dip, you can't go wrong when you place these in front of hungry guests.

Whether you camp out in a parking lot somewhere, or party from the comfort of your living room, here are the 25 best tailgating dipsthat'll make you forget buffalo chicken even exists.

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Need help with your lineup for the rest of the tailgate table? Let us be your culinary quarterback. Try making any number of our finger licking-good buffalo recipes , throw together some crockpot meatballs , blast some crunchy snacks in the air fryer , and leave room for football stadium sugar cookies .

<p>Photo by Paul Brissman</p><p>This Cheesy Lemon-Rosemary Artichoke Dip is Antoni Porowski's (the charming food guy on the Netflix hit series <em>Queer Eye</em>) spin on an American classic. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — Photo by Paul Brissman

This Cheesy Lemon-Rosemary Artichoke Dip is Antoni Porowski's (the charming food guy on the Netflix hit series *Queer Eye* ) spin on an American classic.

**Get the recipe:** **Cheesy Lemon-Rosemary Artichoke Dip**

<p>Photo by Gracie Henley</p><p>No matter how your team fares at the <a href= — Photo by Gracie Henley

No matter how your team fares at the Super Bowl , you'll be a winner with this over-the-top dip from *Game-Day Eats* by former NFL player-turned-celebrity chef and Food Network star ( *Food Network Star* , *BBQ Blitz* , *Kids BBQ Championship* ) Eddie Jackson.

**Get the recipe:** **Royale With Cheese Dip**

<p>Amy Neunsinger</p><p>Instead of using a trifle dish or deep bowl, Burtka likes to prepare his seven-layer dip in a large, flat serving platter so — Amy Neunsinger

Instead of using a trifle dish or deep bowl, Burtka likes to prepare his seven-layer dip in a large, flat serving platter so "you get every single layer on the chip in every bite."

**Get the recipe:** **Chef David Burtka's Party-Ready Seven-Layer Dip**

<p>MARK BOUGHTON PHOTOGRAPHY / STYLING BY TERESA BLACKBURN</p><p>Start with this easy, cheesy five-ingredient dip, then customize it with fan-favorite mix-ins and toppings.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><strong><a href= — MARK BOUGHTON PHOTOGRAPHY / STYLING BY TERESA BLACKBURN

Start with this easy, cheesy five-ingredient dip, then customize it with fan-favorite mix-ins and toppings.

**Get the recipe:** **Make-It-Yours Queso Dip**

<p>A slew of classic ingredients - mayonnaise, <a href= — A slew of classic ingredients - mayonnaise, bacon bits, cheddar cheese , sliced almonds - in one dip create something so rich and creamy that you will be begging for more once it's gone.

**Get the recipe:** **Million Dollar Dip**

<p>Chocolate Moosey</p><p>It wouldn't be a party without tacos! Spice up your boring taco dip with Chipotle Ranch Taco Dip from Chocolate Moosey. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe <a href= — Chocolate Moosey

It wouldn't be a party without tacos! Spice up your boring taco dip with Chipotle Ranch Taco Dip from Chocolate Moosey.

**Get the recipe** **Chipotle Ranch Taco Dip**

<p>Parade</p><p>When it comes to easy-peasy recipes, this one is at the top of the list. Yummy Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip is a staple for any <a href= — Parade

When it comes to easy-peasy recipes, this one is at the top of the list. Yummy Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip is a staple for any game day or home party gathering.

**Get the recipe:** **Creamy Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip**

<p>Genelle Taylor</p><p>This cheese dip recipe melts and warms in the <a href= — Genelle Taylor

This cheese dip recipe melts and warms in the slow cooker so you don't have to worry about standing and stirring a pot over the stove. Sharp cheddar cheese , tangy cream cheese and salty bacon come together for an easy appetizer your friends and family won't be able to get enough of.

**Get the recipe:** **Slow Cooker Bacon Cheese Dip**

<p>Chocolate Moosey</p><p>This Nacho Cheese Dip and Sauce is perfect for tailgating because not only can you dip chips, but you can also pour it on top of anything you like. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — Chocolate Moosey

This Nacho Cheese Dip and Sauce is perfect for tailgating because not only can you dip chips, but you can also pour it on top of anything you like.

**Get the recipe:** **Nacho Cheese Dip and Sauce**

<p>Parade</p><p>Baked Chili Cheese Dip is an amazing appetizer recipe to have in your back pocket for tailgate season! </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — Parade

Baked Chili Cheese Dip is an amazing appetizer recipe to have in your back pocket for tailgate season!

**Get the recipe:** **Baked Chili Cheese Dip**

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<p>Recipe Girl</p><p>Turn your favorite corned beef deli sandwich into Hot Reuben Dip from Recipe Girl. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — Recipe Girl

Turn your favorite corned beef deli sandwich into Hot Reuben Dip from Recipe Girl.

**Get the recipe:** **Hot Reuben Dip**

<p>Shugary Sweets</p><p>Want to be invited back to the next party? This Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Dip almost guarantees a standing invitation. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — Shugary Sweets

Want to be invited back to the next party? This Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Dip almost guarantees a standing invitation.

**Get the recipe:** **Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Dip**

<p>Steph In Thyme</p><p>It's important to eat your vegetables, and what better way to eat them than with this Loaded Veggie Dip? </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — Steph In Thyme

It's important to eat your vegetables, and what better way to eat them than with this Loaded Veggie Dip?

**Get the recipe:** **Loaded Veggie Dip**

<p>Hungry Couple</p><p>Inspired by Mexican street corn, this Tex-Mex Corn Dip is anything but boring and will disappear in minutes. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — Hungry Couple

Inspired by Mexican street corn, this Tex-Mex Corn Dip is anything but boring and will disappear in minutes.

**Get the recipe:** **Tex-Mex Corn Dip**

<p>Everyday Mom's Meals</p><p>This warm cheesy corn dip with <a href= — Everyday Mom's Meals

This warm cheesy corn dip with bacon is a delicious appetizer or side dish.

**Get the recipe:** **Corn Dip with Bacon Recipe**

<p>Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen</p><p>This ooey gooey classic Reuben dip is the perfect combination of Swiss cheese, <a href= — Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen

This ooey gooey classic Reuben dip is the perfect combination of Swiss cheese, corned beef and sauerkraut, all smothered in a dreamy Thousand Island cream cheese sauce.

**Get the recipe:** **Reuben Dip**

<p>The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen</p><p>If guacamole and salsa verde got married, this Avocado Tomatillo Dip would be their love child. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen

If guacamole and salsa verde got married, this Avocado Tomatillo Dip would be their love child.

**Get the recipe:** **Avocado Tomatillo Dip**

<p>Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn</p><p>Although Slow-Cooker Pizza Dip makes a great game-day dip, it's also perfect for Sunday movie nights with the <a href= — Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn

Although Slow-Cooker Pizza Dip makes a great game-day dip, it's also perfect for Sunday movie nights with the family .

**Get the recipe:** **Slow-Cooker Pizza Dip**

<p>Foxes Love Lemons</p><p>Are you missing the flavors of summer already? No worries! This Smoky Barbecue Chicken, Bacon, and Corn Dip make the transition to fall a little easier. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — Foxes Love Lemons

Are you missing the flavors of summer already? No worries! This Smoky Barbecue Chicken, Bacon, and Corn Dip make the transition to fall a little easier.

**Get the recipe:** **Smoky Barbecue Chicken, Bacon and Corn Dip**

<p>Neighborfood</p><p>What do you do when you're craving lasagna but don't have time to make one (not to mention how messy it is to serve)? Make this 3-Cheese Lasagna Dip. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — Neighborfood

What do you do when you're craving lasagna but don't have time to make one (not to mention how messy it is to serve)? Make this 3-Cheese Lasagna Dip.

**Get the recipe:** **3-Cheese Lasagna Dip**

<p>One Sweet Mess</p><p>If you're looking for a dip a bit on the healthier side, this creamy Sun Dried Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Hummus come together in no time using your food processor. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — One Sweet Mess

If you're looking for a dip a bit on the healthier side, this creamy Sun Dried Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Hummus come together in no time using your food processor.

**Get the recipe:** **Sun Dried Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Hummus**

<p>Jen's Favorite Cookies</p><p>Not all party dips have to be savory! This Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip is a change of pace and will satisfy your sweet tooth. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — Jen's Favorite Cookies

Not all party dips have to be savory! This Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip is a change of pace and will satisfy your sweet tooth.

**Get the recipe:** **Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip**

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<p>Foodness Gracious</p><p>This Cheesy Crab Dip with Bacon is almost a meal in itself with lots of crab, cheese and bacon. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — Foodness Gracious

This Cheesy Crab Dip with Bacon is almost a meal in itself with lots of crab, cheese and bacon.

**Get the recipe:** **Cheesy Crab Dip with Bacon**

<p>I Wash You Dry</p><p>Baked potatoes may not be what you'd serve up at a tailgating party but Loaded Baked Potato Dip captures all of the same flavors in one cheesy bite. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — I Wash You Dry

Baked potatoes may not be what you'd serve up at a tailgating party but Loaded Baked Potato Dip captures all of the same flavors in one cheesy bite.

**Get the recipe:** **Loaded Baked Potato Dip**

<p>Spend With Pennies</p><p>Instead of calling for pizza delivery, make this Cheesy Pizza Dip from Spend With Pennies instead. It'll be ready to eat faster than the delivery guy can drive. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href= — Spend With Pennies

Instead of calling for pizza delivery, make this Cheesy Pizza Dip from Spend With Pennies instead. It'll be ready to eat faster than the delivery guy can drive.

**Get the recipe:** **Cheesy Pizza Dip**

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