Simple Easter Herb Cheese Dip (Printable)

Creamy cheese dip with fresh herbs ideal for Easter entertaining

# Ingredient List:

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened

02 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded

03 - 2 tbsp sour cream

04 - 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped

05 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped

06 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

07 - 1 small garlic clove, minced

08 - ½ tsp lemon zest

09 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

10 - Salt, to taste

11 - Extra chopped herbs

12 - Radish slices or edible flowers

01 - In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and sour cream. Mix until smooth and well blended.

02 - Add chopped chives, dill, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

03 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

04 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with extra herbs, radish slices, or edible flowers if desired.

05 - Serve chilled or at room temperature with crackers, vegetable sticks, or fresh bread.

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It comes together faster than you can find matching Easter eggs
The flavors actually get better overnight, making it your secret weapon for stress-free hosting

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I learned the hard way that cold cream cheese simply will not blend smoothly, so plan ahead and let it sit out
The dip needs at least thirty minutes in the fridge to let all those herb flavors really wake up and get friendly with each other

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A microplane makes the finest lemon zest and garlic paste, distributing flavor more evenly than chopping
If serving outdoors, keep the dip chilled over ice because cheese does not appreciate warm spring sunshine