Save A whimsical farm-themed appetizer featuring a creamy dip served in a charming piggy face made from vegetables, surrounded by fresh, crunchy dippers—perfect for parties and kids.
This was a hit at our last family party, sparking lots of smiles and compliments from both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- For the Dip: 1 cup cream cheese, softened, ½ cup sour cream, ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix, 1 tablespoon chopped chives, salt and pepper to taste
- For the Piggy Face Decoration: 1 small round bowl (to shape the face), 1 small pink tortilla or ham round (for the snout), 2 round slices of baby carrot (nostrils), 2 black olives sliced (eyes), 2 round slices of radish (ears), 2 small spinach leaves (for ear detail)
- For the Dippers: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup cucumber sticks, 1 cup bell pepper strips, 1 cup snap peas, 1 cup gluten-free or regular pretzel sticks
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar, ranch seasoning, chopped chives, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Step 2:
- Spoon the dip into a small, round serving bowl, smoothing the top.
- Step 3:
- To create the piggy snout, cut a small circle from the pink tortilla or ham and gently place it on the center of the dip. Add two baby carrot rounds on top for nostrils.
- Step 4:
- Place two black olive slices above the snout for eyes.
- Step 5:
- Attach two radish slices at the top sides of the bowl for ears, tucking a spinach leaf behind each for detail.
- Step 6:
- Arrange the bowl on a platter and surround with baby carrots, cucumber sticks, bell pepper strips, snap peas, and pretzel sticks as dippers.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save Making this dip always brings the family together, turning snack time into a playful, shared experience.
Required Tools
Mixing bowl, spoon or spatula, small round serving bowl, sharp knife, cutting board, serving platter
Allergen Information
Contains milk (cream cheese sour cream cheddar cheese). Contains wheat if using regular pretzel sticks and meat if using ham for snout. Always check labels for gluten if required.
Nutritional Information
Calories 185. Total Fat 12 g. Carbohydrates 11 g. Protein 6 g per serving.
Save This delightful piggy face dip will be the star of your next party, combining taste and fun in every bite.
Recipe Guide
- → How do I make the piggy face decoration?
Use a small round bowl to shape the dip, place a pink tortilla or ham round for the snout, add baby carrot slices for nostrils, black olive slices for eyes, radish slices for ears, and spinach leaves for detail.
- → Can I make this dish gluten-free?
Yes, use gluten-free pretzel sticks to keep the platter gluten-free without altering the taste or presentation.
- → What seasoning is used in the creamy dip?
The dip combines cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning mix, chopped chives, and a pinch of salt and pepper for balanced flavor.
- → What are good alternatives for dippers?
Besides baby carrots, cucumber sticks, bell pepper strips, snap peas, and pretzels, you can try pita chips, celery sticks, or sliced radishes for variety.
- → How long can the dip be stored?
Store the dip covered in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 days for best freshness and safety.