This simple nacho dip is a party favorite that disappears fast! It’s so simple to make, you’ll be wondering how something this easy can taste so irresistible. It’s one of those recipes that has everyone coming back for more and asking for the recipe!

I always get excited putting together movie night snacks. There’s nothing better than seeing my family’s faces light up when I set out all the munchies on the coffee table to enjoy along with the movie.

This easy nacho dip happens to be one of our favorites and I’m sure it will become one of our favorites too!

nacho dip in a pie plate with corn chips in the background

When to serve it

Potlucks
Super Bowl parties
Movie nights
Game nights
Gatherings

simple nacho dip with a corn chip dipping into it

Recipe Ingredients

Cream Cheese
Sour Cream
Salsa
Cheddar Cheese

See recipe card for quantities.

How to make this recipe

cream cheese and sour cream in a mixing bowl that was combined with an electric hand mixer

Step 1: Using a hand mixer, blend the cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth.

cream cheese and sour cream layer of the nacho dip in a pie plate

Step 2: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pie plate.

salsa spread out evenly over the cream cheese and sour cream mixture

Step 3: Add the salsa for the next layer and smooth it out.

simple nacho dip topped with shredded cheese

Step 4: Top it off with some shredded cheese.

Hint: Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for easy mixing or soften it in the microwave in short intervals.

Get creative with these additional toppings

There are so many ways to get creative with this recipe here are some more ideas:

Use homemade salsa instead of store bought
Top with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and green onions
Stir some taco seasoning into the cream cheese mixture
Top with jalapenos or sliced olives

Serve it in a shallow glass pie dish to see all the layers and for easy dipping.

homemade nacho dip in a shallow pie plate

Equipment

Electric Hand mixer
Mixing bowl
Rubber spatula
Cheese grater
9 inch shallow pie plate
Measuring cups

Storage

Store covered with cling wrap in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

Simple Nacho Dip

An easy party snack that comes together in no time

Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Serving Size 8

Ingredients

4 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup sour cream
1 1/3 cup salsa
1/2-1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

Add the cream cheese and sour cream to a mixing bowl and beat with the electric hand mixer until smooth.
Spread evenly into a shallow pie plate.
Add the salsa and spread evenly on top.
Top with shredded cheese.
Serve with your favorite corn chips.