Description
Philly Hostess Dip is a creamy, tangy, and savory appetizer perfect for parties or casual gatherings. It blends softened cream cheese with sour cream, zesty horseradish mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of lemon, balanced with savory spices. Serve it chilled with Fritos for a crowd-pleasing dip that’s simple and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
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Creamy Base
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
Flavorings
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon horseradish mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- A pinch of paprika
For Serving
- Fritos, as needed
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients – In a mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish mustard, garlic salt, onion powder, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of paprika. Use a wooden spoon to blend everything until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Chill the Dip – Spoon the mixture into a serving bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This allows the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up.
- Serve – Remove the dip from the refrigerator, uncover, and serve chilled. Enjoy it with plenty of Fritos for dipping.
Notes
- Let the cream cheese come to room temperature for smoother mixing.
- This dip can be made a day ahead; chilling longer will enhance the flavors.
- Serve with sturdy chips like Fritos, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
- Adjust garlic salt and lemon juice to taste if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1/4 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
