Best 9 Cream Cheese And Pesto Dip Recipes

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Cream cheese and pesto dip is a delicious and versatile appetizer that can be enjoyed with a variety of accompaniments. It is perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply as a snack. The creamy texture of the cream cheese pairs perfectly with the flavorful pesto, creating a dip that is both satisfying and addictive. With its vibrant green color and zesty flavor, cream cheese and pesto dip is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

PHILADELPHIA PESTO DIP



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Combine cream cheese spread and prepared pesto to make this (almost instant) pesto dip. Bring on the unexpected guests!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1-1/2 cups or 12 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
3/4 cup CLASSICO Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce and Spread

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients until well blended.
  • Serve with assorted fresh vegetable dippers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 170 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 2 g

CREAMY PESTO DIP



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Add all the flavor you'd want with pesto and cheese in this quick-to-make Creamy Pesto Dip. Get Creamy Pesto Dip ready for chill-time in just five minutes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Appetizers & Snacks

Time 3h5m

Yield 1-3/4 cups or 14 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/3 cup CLASSICO Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce and Spread
3 Tbsp. milk

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients until well blended; cover.
  • Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.
  • Serve as a dip with assorted cut-up fresh vegetables, crackers and/or chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 100 mg, Carbohydrate 1 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 1 g

CREAMY PESTO DIP



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This easy-to-make, do-ahead dip is ready for a party!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 2h5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/3 cup pesto
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Cut-up raw vegetables, if desired

Steps:

  • Stir together all ingredients except raw vegetbles.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 48 hours. Serve with raw vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Tablespoon, Sodium 65 mg

PESTO CREAM CHEESE DIP



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Make and share this Pesto Cream Cheese Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nvermd

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) container philadelphia soft cream cheese spread
1/3 cup prepared pesto sauce
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped pitted ripe olives
1 tablespoon diced pimento

Steps:

  • Mix cream cheese, pesto and Parmesan cheese.
  • Add olives and pimento.
  • Refrigerate at least one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.4, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 17.7, Sodium 146.2, Carbohydrate 0.8, Sugar 0.7, Protein 1.7

PESTO CREAM CHEESE DIP (TO CURE BEAVER STREET BREWERY CRAVINGS)



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I went to college at NAU in Flagstaff, Arizona. I no longer live in Flag, but often crave the Pesto Cream Cheese Dip from Beaver Street Brewery. This recipe is slightly different, but it might be even better! (Beaver Street doesn't stir pesto into their cream cheese mixture...they just put it on top.) I served it to a group of old college friends, and they loved it as well! In fact, everyone crowded around the bowl, stuffing their faces until it was gone! LOL Quick and easy, but oh so impressive -- even for those who aren't familiar with Beaver Street. I use all reduced-fat ingredients. I only toast half of the bread slices and leave the other half un-toasted, which is what they do at Beaver Street -- this provides a variety of dipping textures with little-to-no effort. :-)

Provided by Robyns Cookin

Categories     High In...

Time 6m

Yield 1 recipe, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
7 ounces basil pesto
1 baguette, sliced and toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese, sour cream, and 6 ounces of the pesto.
  • Transfer to a pretty, oven-proof casserole dish and top with the remaining pesto.
  • Heat in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until heated through.
  • Can also be heated on high in the microwave in 30-second increments.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.2, Fat 12.5, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 30, Sodium 356.3, Carbohydrate 36.8, Fiber 9.5, Sugar 0.5, Protein 8.9

PESTO CREAM CHEESE DIP



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Quick and easy! 2 ingredients + 25 minutes = yummy. You may use pre-made pesto from the store, or you can make your own (preferred) using one of the recipes on this site; try the one titled 'Easy Pesto'. A great new way to use all that basil in the garden! Serve with toasted slices of French bread.

Provided by lil deb

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
⅔ cup basil pesto

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread cream cheese evenly in the bottom of an 8-inch round baking dish. Layer pesto evenly over cream cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 74.9 mg, Fat 38.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 17.4 g, Sodium 483.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

PESTO CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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This is a terrific appetizer to serve when hosting an Italian-theme-meal. People may be a little hesitant to try it, but once they dip in, they won't be able to stop! -Cynthia Emshoff, Sarasota, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield about 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons olive oil
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Line a 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pan with plastic wrap. In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and garlic powder until blended; set aside. In another small bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, butter, parsley, garlic, basil and marjoram until blended. Stir in walnuts. Gradually stir in oil., Spread about 1/4 cup cream cheese mixture in prepared pan. Carefully spread with a third of the Parmesan mixture. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining cream cheese mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 5 hours. Unmold; serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAMY PESTO WITH PROSCIUTTO DIPPERS



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Barely any more effort than opening a bag of crisps - and your party guests will be so much more impressed with this

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Canapes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

300g tub light soft cheese
2 tbsp basil pesto
140g pack grissini stick (bread sticks)
90g pack prosciutto
1 tbsp pine nut
extra-virgin olive oil , for drizzling

Steps:

  • Mix the soft cheese with 2 tbsp basil pesto. Take the pack grissini (bread sticks) and halve each one. Cut the prosciutto into strips and wrap around the end of each grissini. Serve alongside the pesto dip. Scatter the pine nuts over dip and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 1.22 milligram of sodium

PESTO GOAT CHEESE SPREAD



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Cream Cheese     Goat Cheese     Basil     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 ounces soft mild goat cheese at room temperature
2 ouncres cream cheese at room temperature
1/4 cup pesto

Steps:

  • Stir together all ingredients with salt and pepper to taste until smooth.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality cream cheese: Opt for full-fat cream cheese for a richer, creamier texture and flavor.
  • Use fresh pesto: Fresh pesto made with vibrant herbs and nutty pine nuts will elevate the dip's flavor.
  • Adjust the consistency: If the dip is too thick, stir in a splash of milk or water until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Chill before serving: Chilling the dip for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Garnish creatively: Top the dip with chopped herbs, crumbled bacon, or a drizzle of olive oil for an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal.

Conclusion:

Cream cheese and pesto dip is a versatile and crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack that's perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, vibrant green color, and tantalizing blend of flavors, this dip is sure to be a hit. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply looking for a tasty treat, this easy-to-make dip is a must-try. So gather your ingredients, follow the simple steps, and indulge in the deliciousness of cream cheese and pesto dip!

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