Boat Dip (Rotel Ranch Dip)
The ultimate creamy, zesty, and wildly addictive party dip that takes center stage at any gathering.
Servings: 8 servings
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1/4 cup diced jalapeños (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional)
- Tortilla chips or crackers for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or sturdy spatula to blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add the drained Rotel tomatoes, ranch seasoning mix, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
- Fold in the diced jalapeños (if using), green onions, and cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if desired—for extra heat, add more jalapeños!
- Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the dip to thicken.
- Serve Boat Dip cold with tortilla chips, crackers, or sturdy veggie sticks. Garnish with extra green onions or cilantro for a fresh finish.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
For a lighter version, swap in Greek yogurt for some (or all) of the sour cream. Don't skip the chill time to allow flavors to bloom.