Piggy Face Dip Bowl

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This delightful dish features a smooth, creamy dip made from cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, and herbs. It’s presented in a small round bowl decorated with vegetables to resemble a piggy face, adding a playful touch to any gathering. Surrounding the bowl are colorful, fresh veggies and pretzel sticks, creating a crunchy contrast. Perfect for quick prep and light snacking, this dish offers a fun and inviting appetizer option.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:26:00 GMT
Creamy Piggy Face Dip, served in a fun vegetable-decorated bowl, with colorful, crunchy dippers. Pin
Creamy Piggy Face Dip, served in a fun vegetable-decorated bowl, with colorful, crunchy dippers. | grillandbites.com

A whimsical farm-themed appetizer featuring a creamy dip served in a charming piggy face made from vegetables, surrounded by fresh, crunchy dippers—perfect for parties and kids.

This appetizer has always been a hit at family parties, bringing smiles and encouraging everyone to try new veggies.

Ingredients

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  • For the Dip: 1 cup cream cheese, softened , ½ cup sour cream , ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese , 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix , 1 tablespoon chopped chives , Salt and pepper, to taste
  • For the Piggy Face Decoration: 1 small round bowl (to shape the face) , 1 small pink tortilla or ham round (for the snout) , 2 round slices of baby carrot (nostrils) , 2 black olives, sliced (eyes) , 2 round slices of radish (ears) , 2 small spinach leaves (for ear detail)
  • For the Dippers: 1 cup baby carrots , 1 cup cucumber sticks , 1 cup bell pepper strips , 1 cup snap peas , 1 cup gluten-free or regular pretzel sticks

Instructions

Step 1:
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar, ranch seasoning, chopped chives, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 2:
Spoon the dip into a small, round serving bowl, smoothing the top.
Step 3:
To create the piggy snout, cut a small circle from the pink tortilla or ham and gently place it on the center of the dip. Add two baby carrot rounds on top for nostrils.
Step 4:
Place two black olive slices above the snout for eyes.
Step 5:
Attach two radish slices at the top sides of the bowl for ears, tucking a spinach leaf behind each for detail.
Step 6:
Arrange the bowl on a platter and surround with baby carrots, cucumber sticks, bell pepper strips, snap peas, and pretzel sticks as dippers.
Step 7:
Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Creating this piggy face always brings laughter and joy to the family table, making snack time a memorable event for kids.

Required Tools

Mixing bowl , Spoon or spatula , Small round serving bowl , Sharp knife , Cutting board , Serving platter

Allergen Information

Contains Milk (cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese) , Contains Wheat (if using regular pretzel sticks) , Contains Meat (if using ham for snout) . Always check labels for gluten if required.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories 185 , Total Fat 12 g , Carbohydrates 11 g , Protein 6 g

Fresh cucumber sticks and other dippers surround the whimsical Piggy Face Dip for an appealing appetizer. Pin
Fresh cucumber sticks and other dippers surround the whimsical Piggy Face Dip for an appealing appetizer. | grillandbites.com

This playful piggy face dip not only tastes delightful but also transforms any gathering into a fun and engaging experience.

Recipe FAQ

How do I assemble the piggy face decoration?

Use a small round bowl for the base, place a pink tortilla or ham circle as the snout, add baby carrot slices for nostrils, olive slices for eyes, radish slices for ears, and spinach leaves for ear details.

Can I make the dip ahead of time?

Yes, the creamy dip can be prepared in advance and refrigerated. Assemble the piggy face and dippers just before serving for freshness.

What are some good dippers to serve alongside?

Baby carrots, cucumber sticks, bell pepper strips, snap peas, and pretzel sticks offer a variety of textures and colors that complement the creamy dip.

Is there a gluten-free option available?

Yes, use gluten-free pretzel sticks and check all seasoning mixes to ensure they contain no gluten.

Can I customize the seasoning in the dip?

Absolutely! Feel free to substitute the ranch seasoning with your favorite herbs or spice blends to suit your taste preferences.

Piggy Face Dip Bowl

Creamy dip in a piggy face bowl with fresh crunchy veggies and pretzels for fun snacking.

Prep duration
20 min
0
Overall duration
20 min


Skill level Easy

Heritage American

Output 6 Portions

Dietary requirements Vegetarian

Components

Dip

01 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 4 fl oz sour cream
03 2 oz shredded cheddar cheese
04 1 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
05 1 tbsp chopped chives
06 Salt and black pepper, to taste

Piggy Face Decoration

01 1 small pink tortilla or ham round (for snout)
02 2 round slices baby carrot (nostrils)
03 2 black olive slices (eyes)
04 2 round radish slices (ears)
05 2 small spinach leaves (ear detail)

Dippers

01 8 oz baby carrots
02 8 oz cucumber sticks
03 8 oz bell pepper strips
04 8 oz snap peas
05 8 oz gluten-free or regular pretzel sticks

Directions

Phase 01

Prepare the creamy dip: In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar, ranch seasoning, chopped chives, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.

Phase 02

Assemble the dip base: Spoon the dip into a small round serving bowl and smooth the surface evenly.

Phase 03

Create the piggy snout: Cut a small circle from the pink tortilla or ham and place it gently on center of the dip. Top with two baby carrot rounds to resemble nostrils.

Phase 04

Add facial features: Position two black olive slices above the snout as eyes.

Phase 05

Attach ears with detail: Place two radish slices on top sides of the bowl for ears, tucking a spinach leaf behind each for added detail.

Phase 06

Arrange dippers: Place the decorated bowl on a serving platter and surround with baby carrots, cucumber sticks, bell pepper strips, snap peas, and pretzel sticks.

Phase 07

Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to present.

Tools needed

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Small round serving bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Serving platter

Allergy details

Review each ingredient for potential allergens and consult healthcare providers if you're uncertain about any components.
  • Contains milk from cream cheese, sour cream, and cheddar cheese.
  • May contain wheat if using regular pretzels and meat if ham is selected.

Nutrition breakdown (per portion)

These values are estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 185
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Carbohydrates: 11 g
  • Protein: 6 g