Frozen Pond Blue Dip

A whimsical, eye-catching party platter featuring a creamy blue cheese dip surrounded by crisp chips and vibrant vegetables, reminiscent of a frozen pond.

This dip platter was an instant hit at my last gathering, with guests loving both the taste and the icy blue theme.

Ingredients

• Dip: 200 g (7 oz) cream cheese, softened, 100 g (3.5 oz) sour cream, 60 g (2 oz) blue cheese, crumbled, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt, Blue food coloring (optional to achieve frozen pond color), 1 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped
• Dippers: 150 g (5 oz) tortilla chips, 100 g (3.5 oz) blue corn chips (for color contrast), 2 celery stalks cut into sticks, 2 carrots peeled and cut into sticks, 1 small cucumber sliced into rounds, 1 cup radishes halved, 1/2 cup snap peas
• Garnish: 2 tbsp crumbled blue cheese, 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill, Edible glitter or silver sugar pearls (optional for icy effect)

Instructions

Quickly slice, dice, grate, and spiralize vegetables for salads, stir fries, and faster everyday meal prep.

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Step 1:

In a medium bowl combine cream cheese sour cream blue cheese lemon juice garlic powder and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 2:

If desired add a few drops of blue food coloring and stir until you achieve a pale icy blue hue.

Step 3:

Fold in chopped chives.

Step 4:

Spoon the dip into a wide shallow bowl. Smooth the surface and sprinkle with extra blue cheese and herbs. For a festive touch add edible glitter or sugar pearls.

Step 5:

Arrange tortilla chips blue corn chips and vegetables around the dip on a large platter to resemble a frozen pond.

Step 6:

Serve immediately with extra chips and vegetables on the side.

Quickly slice, dice, grate, and spiralize vegetables for salads, stir fries, and faster everyday meal prep.

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Quickly slice, dice, grate, and spiralize vegetables for salads, stir fries, and faster everyday meal prep.

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This recipe always brings my family together especially during holiday parties when everyone reaches for the vibrant platter.

Notes

Substitute blue cheese with feta for a milder flavor. Add a pinch of cayenne for gentle heat. Pair with crisp white wine or sparkling water with lemon.

Required Tools

Mixing bowl, Spoon or spatula, Serving platter, Sharp knife, Vegetable peeler (optional)

Allergen Information

Contains Milk (cream cheese sour cream blue cheese). Check chips for gluten if needed. Always verify labels for allergens.

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Keeps sponges and brushes organized beside the sink, making dishwashing and post-cooking cleanup faster and neater.

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This Frozen Pond Blue Dip Platter adds both flavor and fun to any party and is sure to impress your guests.

Questions & Answers

→ What cheeses create the dip's flavor?

The dip combines cream cheese, sour cream, and crumbled blue cheese, providing a creamy texture with tangy and sharp notes.

→ Can the blue color be omitted or substituted?

Yes, the blue food coloring is optional and purely for visual appeal; omitting it keeps the natural cheese colors.

→ What vegetables pair well with the dip?

Fresh vegetables like celery sticks, carrot sticks, cucumber slices, radishes, and snap peas offer crispness and color contrast.

→ Are there gluten-free options for dippers?

Gluten-free chips can be substituted to accommodate dietary needs without altering the flavor combination.

→ How is the icy look achieved on the platter?

Edible glitter or silver sugar pearls sprinkled on the dip and garnishes create a shimmering, frozen effect.

→ Can the dip be made lighter?

Yes, substituting sour cream with Greek yogurt reduces fat and offers a tangy alternative.