Top Dip Mixes for Summer

Top Dip Mixes for Summer

Summer is the time for parties, picnics, beaches and adventures! Here in Michigan, we like to spend warm days at one of the gorgeous Great Lakes and cool evenings around a campfire.  It’s also the perfect time for easy to prepare dips and spreads served with fresh fruit and veggies.

We have plenty of wonderful summer dips to make these get-togethers more memorable. These dips are the perfect way to prepare unforgettable appetizers and snacks easily and quickly. Here is a list of our favorite recipes. 

Salsa Ranch Dip Mix

Do you like salsa, sour cream, and ranch? Who doesn’t?!?! You’ll find our Salsa Ranch Dip Mix is easy to prepare and delicious! You need 1-1/2 cups of sour dream as well as 1/2 cup of real mayonnaise to prepare the dip mix. Vegan alternative or low fat products may be used.

The dip has a creamy zesty taste and impresses with its popular ranch-style dressing. This delicious dip goes well with crackers, potato chips, and tortilla chips. Some choose to put it atop of their salads or tacos.    

Farmhouse Ranch Dip Mix

This creamy dip with a peppercorn finish will impress any ranch lover! You need 1-1/2 cups of sour cream as well as 1/2 cup of real mayonnaise to prepare the dip mix. Vegan alternative or low fat products may be used.

This dip is the perfect addition to such foods as breadsticks, pizza and vegetables. Pair our Farmhouse Ranch Dip Mix with vegetables for a all-time favorite party hit! 

Chilled Dill Pickle Mix

Homemade pickles without the hassle of cooking and canning? Yes please! The Chilled Dill Pickle Mix is easy to make and delicious to eat. The mix is easy to prepare. There is no need to cook anything at all. 

First, start with fresh, crisp vegetables. Cucumbers, pickles, carrots as well as onions are great choices. Peel and chunk into 1” pieces. Cut enough to pack a gallon jar then top with 3 cups of vinegar, 2 cups of water as well as 1/4 cup of sugar. 


Chocolate Covered Strawberry Dip Mix

This summer dip mix is the perfect dessert for chocolate lovers. It’s also great smeared on a s’more. Don’t miss an opportunity to enjoy delicious chocolate-covered strawberries this summer! You’ll need one packet of Chocolate Covered Strawberry Dip Mix, 1 cup of sour cream as well as 8 oz. of softened cream cheese.   

The mix has many delicious ingredients such as chocolate chips, real strawberries, etc. Once you try this meal, you would like to taste it again and again. This dip mix goes well with fresh fruits, graham crackers and sweet crackers.

Strawberries & Cream Dip Mix

Here are CHC, we love strawberries. Here’s another great strawberry dip from our family of products. The Strawberries & Cream Dip Mix is a sweet refreshing addition to any backyard get together. Mix the packet with 1 cup of sour cream and 8 oz. of softened cream cheese.  

This is perfect to serve as a dessert and pairs well with cookies, fruits or cakes.                

Final Thoughts

As you can see, we have many dips perfect for summer. Hopefully this list helps you with great summer dip ideas. Most importantly, these recipes are simple and won’t take much time to make tasty dips you can enjoy all summer long. Best of luck!       

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