Dips are an essential ingredient to any gathering, be it formal, relaxed, outdoors or in! We have 30 delicious dip recipes you’ll love to share as part of your finger food offering.
Nobody can resist a crispy cracker or toasted pitta loaded with creamy, flavourful dip, and any one of these tasty recipes is sure to be a hit.
From baked lemon and ricotta hummus and traditional Greek taramasalata, to our guacamole and charred eggplant dips – there’s truly something for everyone. Plus, you can make these dip recipes in advance and keep them for upcoming dinner parties. Enjoy!
Taramasalata
The vibrant colours of the Mediterranean taste as good as they look!
Roast pumpkin dip with spiced chickpeas
Spiced chickpeas add texture and flavour to this sweet and tangy roast pumpkin dip
Baba ghanoush
This rich eggplant dip is a party favourite, serve baba ghanoush as part of a platter of dips.
Roasted carrot hummus
Roasted carrot adds an extra sweet layer of flavour to the famous chickpea dip.
Air fryer cob loaf
A spanakopita-inspired twist on the party food favourite.
Baked lemon ricotta hummus with pitta
Simple, easy and delicious! These vegetarian pittas are great for lunch and perfect for work.
Tzatziki dip
There are many variations of this classic mezze; the cucumber can be diced instead of grated and you can use dill and parsley instead of mint.
Chia and tomato guacamole with sumac crisps
Looking for delicious and easy snack? Whip up a batch of this tasty (and healthy) chia and tomato guacamole with sumac crisps.
Spinach dip cob loaf
Out of all the cob loaf recipes out there, this one takes the cake… or should we say the cob!
Basic hummus
Hummus is a delicious snack packed with healthy fats and beneficial fibre to help keep you feel full.
Crudites with roast capsicum dip and eggplant caviar
Take your guests on a trip to Paris with this traditional French appetiser and two delicious dips to choose from.
Roasted parsnip hummus with warm spiced chick peas
The perfect healthy snack. This roasted parsnip hummus is topped with caramelised onions and chickpeas that will keep you reaching for more.
Spicy guacamole
Give your guacamole some extra zing.
Tahini dip
For that party, barbecue or family get-together, it’s tempting to just scoop up a selection of dips from the supermarket. Make your own, however, and you’ll save money, know exactly what has gone into the food, plus most homemade dips, like this one, are ridiculously quick and easy to make.
Smoked trout dip
The potato in this smoked trout dip adds a lovely robust flavour and a creamy texture. It goes beautifully with tostini, crackers, or vegetable sticks
Easy guacamole
Get your guac on.
White bean and garlic dip
Super quick and simple, this tasty white bean and garlic dip can be whipped up in no time. Serve with fresh vegetables cut into sticks.
Camembert fondue
If you’re a fan of the classic Swiss style of serving cheese, this camembert fondue ticks all the boxes. Enjoy plunging crispy slices of toasted baguette into this creamy, oozy disc of deliciousness.
Chilli con queso
Bring the flavour of Mexico to your next drinks party with this authentic spicy dip. Jalapenos, a member of the capsicum family, have quite a kick so you may want to keep this one out of reach of the kids!
Yellow split pea dip
Deliciously creamy and packed full of the goodness of yellow split peas, this tasty dip is perfect enjoyed with veggie sticks or cracker as a afternoon snack or starter.
Chunky capsicum and cashew dip
Try this easy 4-ingredient dip for a nutritious snack served with crunchy veggies.
Crab dip
This crab dip literally couldn’t be easier, or yummier. Serve with fresh vegetable sticks or crisp flat bread.
Tuna dip
Don’t be fooled by the list of simple ingredients. This dip never fails to be a winner. Serve with a crusty, sliced baguette, or crispy corn chips and watch it disappear.
Turkish beetroot dip
With its gorgeous hue, beetroot can’t help but be a startling inclusion in any recipe.
Eggplant dip
Grab the pita’s and get dipping.
Roasted beetroot & red onion dip
Colourful and delicious roasted beetroot and red onion dip from Australian Women’s Weekly.
Taramasalata
You’ll feel as though you’ve been transported to Greece!
