20 Crockpot Dips for Christmas
These crockpot dips for Christmas solve the hardest part of holiday hosting: keeping appetizers hot while the oven is full and you are trying to visit with people. Every recipe here cooks in a slow cooker, so you can set it on the counter, switch it to warm and let everyone help themselves.
My own three slow cooker dips are first, followed by favorites from other food bloggers. You will find creamy quesos, a hot crab dip, a baked brie that looks the part on a Christmas table, and a couple of lighter options for balance.
Quick picks: for a big open house, start with the buffalo chicken dip or the chicken queso. For a dressier Christmas Eve, go with the baked brie or hot crab dip. When time is short, the three-ingredient queso and chili cheese dip are nearly dump and go.
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Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip
Buffalo chicken dip is a party favorite for good reason, and this version is the one I would start with. It stays mild enough for the people who avoid heat, and anyone who wants more kick can add hot sauce to their own plate. Spray the crock, stir everything together, and let it go on low until it bubbles.
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2
Easy Crockpot Corn Dip
Frozen corn, cream cheese, sour cream, pepper jack and Monterey jack go straight into the slow cooker with a diced jalapeno. There is no browning and no skillet to wash, just about four hours on low with a few stirs. Pull the seeds from the jalapeno if your crowd leans mild.
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3
Slow Cooker Seven Layer Dip
Seasoned sausage, refried beans, green chiles, salsa and cheese are layered in the crock and heated on high for under an hour. That short cook time makes it a good one to start after guests arrive. Set out sour cream, tomatoes and green onions so everyone can top their own bowl.
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4
40aprons.com
Crockpot Baked Brie Dip
Brie melts down with fruit preserves and pecans for a sweet and savory dip that looks right at home on a Christmas table. Serve it with sliced baguette and apples. It is a nice change from all the cheesy Tex-Mex dips on this list.
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5
crystalandcomp.com
Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Spinach artichoke dip is a holiday party classic, and making it in the crockpot keeps it creamy for hours instead of setting up in a baking dish. Pita chips, crackers and toasted bread all work for scooping.
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6
lifecurrentsblog.com
Crock Pot Hot Crab Dip
Crab, cream cheese and Parmesan get a little Old Bay and Worcestershire for a dip that feels a bit fancy without any extra work. It is a good pick for a Christmas Eve spread or a grown-up get-together. Crackers or toasted baguette slices are all you need.
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7
foodlovinfamily.com
Slow Cooker Reuben Dip
Corned beef, Swiss, sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing turn the classic Reuben sandwich into a warm, scoopable dip. Rye bread squares or pretzel crisps are the natural match.
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8
simpleandseasonal.com
Cheesy Bacon Onion Dip
Bacon, onion and melted cheese are a combination very few people pass up. This one is rich, so a smaller crock is plenty for most parties. Sturdy crackers or kettle chips hold up best.
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9
sugarandsoul.co
Slow Cooker Chicken Queso Dip
Adding chicken to queso turns it into a dip hearty enough to count as dinner for the folks who skip the main table. It holds well on the warm setting, so it can sit out through a long open house.
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10
ourhomemadeeasy.com
Easy Three Ingredient Queso Dip
Three ingredients, one crock and almost no prep make this the one to grab when Christmas week is already packed. It is a sausage queso, so it fills people up. Double it for a bigger crowd.
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11
snacksandsips.com
Slow Cooker Four Cheese Queso Dip
Cream cheese, white American, white cheddar and pepper jack melt into a smooth white queso. The pepper jack brings a gentle heat without overpowering anything. Tortilla chips are the obvious pick, but soft pretzel bites are good with it too.
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12
goodlifeeats.com
Slow Cooker Queso Blanco
Roasted corn, tomatoes, kale and peppers give this white queso some color, which happens to be red and green. It is a little lighter feeling than the meat-heavy dips here, and the add-ins make every scoop different.
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13
diprecipecreations.com
Rotel Dip with Cream Cheese and Ground Beef
Ground beef, Rotel and cream cheese make a hearty, slightly spicy dip that holds up well in the slow cooker. Brown the beef the night before and it comes together in minutes on party day.
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14
dizzybusyandhungry.com
Lighter Jalapeno Artichoke Dip
This lightened-up artichoke dip adds jalapenos for some heat and cooks in the slow cooker. It is a good option to have on the table for guests who are watching what they eat during the holidays. Fresh veggies make good dippers here.
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15
culinaryginger.com
Slow Cooker Corn and Pepper Cheese Dip
Mini sweet peppers and corn are folded into a cheddar and mozzarella base for a mild, colorful dip. It is a safe choice for a mixed crowd with kids and spice-shy relatives.
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16
asformeandmyhomestead.com
Crock Pot Creamy Corn Dip
Corn, Rotel, cream cheese and a Mexican cheese blend with a little chili powder. It has more of a Tex-Mex lean than the plain corn dip above, so you could serve both without repeating yourself.
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17
simple-nourished-living.com
Slow Cooker Pizza Fondue Dip
Marinara, mozzarella and Parmesan with Italian seasoning taste like the top of a pizza. Breadsticks, garlic bread cubes or pepperoni slices all work for dipping. It is an easy win if kids are on the guest list.
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18
simple-nourished-living.com
3-Ingredient Crock Pot Chili Cheese Dip
Chili, cream cheese and salsa are all this takes, and the recipe uses lighter versions of each. It is about as low effort as party food gets.
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19
megseverydayindulgence.com
Slow Cooker Cheesy Bean Dip
A warm, cheesy bean dip is cheap to make in a big batch and goes a long way with a crowd. Any leftovers make easy burritos or nachos later in the week.
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20
myorganizedchaos.net
Slow Cooker Warm Mushroom Dip
Mushrooms, cream of chicken soup, onion soup mix and half and half make a savory dip that tastes like the inside of a stuffed mushroom. Serve it with toasted baguette slices for something different on the appetizer table.
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Tips for Serving Crockpot Dips at a Christmas Party
- Heat first, then hold on warm. Cook the dip on low or high until it is hot all the way through, then switch to warm for serving. Leaving it on low for hours is how dips scorch.
- Match the crock to the batch. A dip built on one block of cream cheese fits a 1.5 to 2.5 quart slow cooker. Save the big 6 quart for doubled recipes, since a thin layer in a large crock burns at the edges.
- Make it ahead. Most of these can be mixed the night before and refrigerated. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave until steaming, then transfer to the slow cooker to keep warm.
- Stir every 30 minutes or so. A quick stir keeps cheese from separating and lets you spot a dip that needs a splash of milk.
- Set out sturdy dippers. Thick, cheesy dips break thin chips. Tortilla chips, pita chips, pretzel crisps and toasted baguette slices hold up better.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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There are so many great dips in this list, I don’t know where to start! Love the wonderful choices in it. I think I will start with the Pizza dip to serve at my Christmas brunch
I’m so glad you loved the list of dips! Starting with the Pizza dip sounds delicious. Enjoy your Christmas brunch!