Description
This Boat Dip, also known as Rotel Ranch Dip, is a creamy and flavorful appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. The combination of cream cheese, ranch seasoning, Rotel tomatoes, and spices creates a delicious dip that pairs well with chips or vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Cream Cheese Base:
- 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained (retain 1 tablespoon liquid)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 green onions, finely chopped (reserve some for garnish)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional, for extra heat)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (plus more for garnish)
Ingredient note: If you prefer a milder dip, use mild Rotel. For more heat, choose the original or hot variety.
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Base: In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add ranch seasoning mix and beat until well combined.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Fold in drained Rotel, sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic, hot sauce, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Perfect the Flavor: Adjust seasonings as needed. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Final Presentation: Stir dip before serving. Garnish with green onions, smoked paprika, and additional cheese.
Notes
- For best results, let the dip sit in the refrigerator for a couple of hours before serving to enhance the flavors.
- You can customize the heat level of the dip by choosing mild, original, or hot Rotel tomatoes.
- This dip can be served with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing, Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 2 tbsp)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Boat Dip, Rotel Ranch Dip, Party Appetizer, Cream Cheese Dip
