Dessert

Chips and Dip Platter with Creamy Avocado, Salsa, and Street Corn Dips Recipe

Byreem everly November 27, 2025November 27, 2025

Introduction

This chips and dip platter is perfect for gatherings or casual snacking. Featuring three delicious dips—herbed sour cream, spicy mayo, and creamy guacamole—this easy 30-minute recipe serves 10 and brings a variety of flavors to your table.

A large tray filled with five different types of chips arranged in sections: light ridged potato chips at the bottom left corner, small round multigrain chips in the top left, thicker ridged chips in the top right, thin wavy chips in the bottom right, and yellow kettle-cooked chips near the center bottom. Five white bowls are placed on top with different dips: a light green creamy dip with a smooth texture is at the top left, a yellow and white corn mixture garnished with two green leaves sits at the top center, a chunky dark red salsa with two cilantro leaves is at the middle, a white dip with green herbs near the bottom left, and a light brown creamy dip at the bottom right. The tray sits on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup sour cream
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp chives (finely chopped)
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper (to taste)
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
2 tbsp hot sauce
½ tsp garlic powder
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper (to taste)
2 ripe avocados
2 tbsp sour cream
2 tsp lemon juice
1 jalapeno (finely chopped)
Salt and pepper (to taste)
2 cups easy 5-minute salsa
2 cups Mexican street corn dip

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the herbed sour cream dip by combining 1 cup sour cream, 1 tsp onion powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, 2 tbsp finely chopped chives, 1 tsp lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well and adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 2: In another bowl, make the spicy mayo dip by mixing 1 cup mayonnaise, ½ cup sour cream, 2 tbsp hot sauce, ½ tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Taste and season as needed.
Step 3: For the creamy guacamole, mash 2 ripe avocados with 2 tbsp sour cream, 2 tsp lemon juice, finely chopped jalapeno, salt, and pepper. Stir until combined but still slightly chunky.
Step 4: Transfer the prepared dips to serving bowls. Place the bowls on a large platter along with 2 cups of easy 5-minute salsa and 2 cups of Mexican street corn dip.
Step 5: Arrange chips of your choice around the dips and serve immediately while fresh and chilled.

Tips & Variations

Use fresh lime juice instead of lemon juice for a brighter, tangier flavor in all dips.
Add finely diced red onion or cilantro to the guacamole for extra freshness.
Substitute jalapeno with milder peppers if you prefer less heat.
Try serving with a variety of chips like tortilla, pita, or vegetable chips for more texture and taste options.

Storage

Store any leftover dips in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The guacamole may brown slightly but can be refreshed by stirring in a little extra lemon juice. Reheat salsa and corn dip gently if desired, but sour cream and mayo-based dips are best served cold.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with smooth, light green avocado dip sits near the center of the image, topped with cilantro leaves and sprinkled lightly with pepper. Surrounding this bowl are various types of light golden brown chips with ruffled and flat textures, creating a layered effect of different chip shapes and sizes. Above this bowl, another white bowl holds bright yellow corn kernels mixed with small white bits and garnished with a cilantro leaf. To the left, a white bowl contains a creamy light beige dip with a smooth texture, while at the bottom left corner, there is a shallow white dish filled with a thick white dip flecked with green herbs. The whole scene is set on a surface with a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the dips ahead of time?

Yes, the dips can be made up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Just keep them covered to maintain freshness.

What chips work best with this platter?

Tortilla chips are classic and sturdy, but pita chips, veggie chips, or even crunchy breadsticks are great alternatives that pair well with the variety of dips.

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