This creamy keto everything bagel dip is rich, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser — perfect for gatherings, holiday spreads, or a simple weeknight appetizer.
I served this dip at a recent get-together and received so many requests for the recipe. It comes together in minutes and travels well to barbecues, potlucks, and parties. It’s also an excellent choice for holiday appetizers or as a flavorful topping for sandwiches and cooked dishes.
What makes this dip so creamy?
The creaminess comes from three simple dairy- and fat-based ingredients: cream cheese, keto-friendly mayonnaise, and sour cream. Softened cream cheese forms the stable, silky base; mayo adds richness and body; and sour cream brings a slight tang and smooth texture. Choose a mayonnaise without added sugars or unwanted oils — an avocado oil mayonnaise is a great option. Together these three ingredients produce a luscious, satisfying dip that still fits a low-carb lifestyle.
Other flavor ingredients
Everything bagel seasoning is the star seasoning here. Most blends include a mix of sesame seeds (black and white), poppy seeds, dried minced garlic and onion, and salt flakes, which together deliver big savory flavor and a pleasant crunch. To round out the profile, this recipe calls for dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and a touch of smoked paprika — the paprika adds subtle smokiness and a warm color to the dip.
How to serve the creamy keto everything bagel dip
This dip pairs well with many low-carb dippers. Fresh raw vegetables are a healthy and colorful choice — think broccoli florets, cauliflower, celery sticks, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper strips, radishes, or mushrooms. For crunchier alternatives, try pork rinds, cheese crisps, or keto crackers. Slices of cheese or cured meats such as pepperoni or salami also work great for a no-carb option. You can spread the dip on burgers, use it in lettuce wraps, dollop it onto eggs, or serve it as a flavorful topping for cooked meats and roasted vegetables.
More keto appetizer ideas
Try other flavorful low-carb dips for variety: Horseradish Guacamole, Keto Cilantro Lime Dip, Low-Carb Baba Ganoush, or Queso Fresco Guacamole — each offers a different flavor profile to alternate through gatherings and weeknight meals.
Helpful Hints
* Start with softened cream cheese for the smoothest texture.
* The dip can be served immediately, but chilling for a few hours or overnight improves the flavor as the seasonings meld.
Main Kitchen Equipment and Utensils
- Medium mixing bowl
- Electric mixer (or sturdy whisk)
- Measuring spoons
Splash of Encouragement
***When you make food for those you love and cherish, they’ll feel the love of your efforts***
Creamy Keto Everything Bagel Dip
12 Servings
15 minutes
15 minutes
This creamy keto everything bagel dip is flavorful and simple to make — a favorite for gatherings and weeknight snacking.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup keto mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add mayonnaise, sour cream, everything bagel seasoning, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Beat until fully combined and creamy.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Flavors improve after chilling for a few hours.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12
Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 157Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 229mgCarbohydrates: 1.5gNet Carbohydrates: 1.5gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 2g
Nutrition values are approximate and provided as an estimate. Actual values vary by brands and ingredients used.