Are you looking for uses for the Everything Bagel Seasoning you bought at Trader Joe’s? This easy, creamy dip recipe is perfect with pretzels, fresh vegetables, or your favorite crackers. Make a batch of this super easy appetizer, and it will quickly become one of your favorite dippers!

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Everyone Loves Everything Bagel Seasoning!

The first time I saw Everything Bagel Seasoning at Trader Joe’s, I was super excited. Everything Bagel Seasoning in a jar, the possibilities seemed endless. And then I got it home, and I really had no idea what to do with it. 🤔

I started sprinkling it on hummus, which is really good and still hasn’t gotten old, but I figured this awesomeness shouldn’t be limited to just hummus, right?

So, in my attempt to branch out, I decided to add Everything Bagel Seasoning to the base of just about every dip recipe out there (cream cheese and sour cream) and go from there. It turns out, I didn’t need to take it any further, these three simple ingredients are perfect as is.

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What You’ll Need to Make 3-Ingredient Everything Bagel Dip

The Original Recipe

8-ounce container of whipped cream cheese
1 cup sour cream
3 Tbsp Everything Bagel Seasoning

You can use an 8-ounce block of cream cheese in place of the whipped cream cheese for this recipe. You will just need to get out your hand mixer to mix everything together.

NEW: Healthy Bagel Dip Recipe Ingredients

In the years since I first published this post, we’ve been experimenting with replacing sour cream with Greek yogurt in some of our recipes. And, although we still love the original version of this delicious dip, we think the yogurt gives it an extra tangy flavor. Top with diced green onions and serve it with baby carrots for a healthy alternative at your next game day party.

8-ounce whipped low-fat cream cheese
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
3 TBSP everything bagel seasoning blend

My Favorite Tip For Making Cream Cheese-Based Dips

Buying whipped cream cheese is a shortcut I like to use when making cold dips because I can simply place the ingredients in one bowl and stir everything together by hand with a wooden spoon.

The dip is also much easier to mix if you allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature first.

How to Make 3-Ingredient Everything Bagel Dip

Step 1: In a medium bowl, add the whipped cream cheese, sour cream (or Greek Yogurt), and Everything Bagel Seasoning.

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Step 2: Stir until everything is combined, scraping the sides of the bowl to make sure the bagel seasoning mix is fully incorporated. That’s it! Spoon the tasty dip into a serving bowl and serve.

Step 3: If you’d like, you can sprinkle a little extra bagel seasoning or green onion on top for presentation.

A word of caution: You may taste the dip right after you’ve made it and be tempted to add more seasoning. The flavor gets stronger as the dip sits, so please be cautious about adding too much more seasoning than the recipe calls for.

I think 3 tablespoons is just right and much more than that can lead to a VERY strongly flavored dip.

FAQs about 3-Ingredient Everything Bagel Dip

Yes!

I think the flavors taste even better when they’ve had some time to meld.

You can store this dip for 3-4 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and the flavor gets stronger the longer it sits.

This dip is delicious with:

baby carrot sticks
celery sticks
mini peppers
ruffled or kettle potato chips (something not too thin)
your favorite crackers
tortilla chips
pretzels
pita bread
pita chips
chucks of sourdough bread
plain bagels

I’ve seen versions of Everything But the Bagel Seasoning at a variety of other stores/other brands:

Look in the Gourmet Food section of your local Marshalls or TJ Maxx
“Simply Organic”, which can be found at most grocery stores has a version
“Old Thompson” has a version that can be found in most Walmarts
Speaking of Walmart, even “Sam’s Choice” has its own variety!

What is in Everything But the Bagel Seasoning?

White Sesame Seeds
Black Sesame Seeds
Poppy Seeds
Sea Salt Flakes
Dried Garlic
Dried Onions

How to Make Your Own Everything Bagel Seasoning Mix

Here’s an easy recipe for a homemade version of Everything Bagel Seasoning. Mix together the following ingredients for about one-half a cup of everything bagel seasoning:

2 TBSP poppy seeds
1 TBSP white sesame seeds
1 TBSP black sesame seeds
1.5 TBSP dried minced garlic
1.5 TBSP dried minced onion
2 tsp coarse salt

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What Else Can I Make With Everything Bagel Seasoning?

The most fantastic Everything Bagel Salmon
These crazy good Everything Bagel Appetizer Kielbasa Bites
Sprinkle it on top of plain hummus to transform it into “everything bagel hummus”
Sprinkle it on top of a bagel with plain cream cheese
On top of my favorite Copycat Panera Mac and Cheese Recipe
Add it to your scrambled eggs
Sprinkle it over your popcorn
Everything Bagel Roasted Potatoes
Mix it into rice or sprinkle on noodles
Sprinkle it over baked potatoes
Use it as a topping for these amazing deviled eggs!

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3-Ingredient Everything Bagel Dip

Print Recipe

Are you looking for uses for the Everything Bagel Seasoning you bought at Trader Joe’s? This easy, cold dip recipe is perfect with chips or crackers. Make a batch of Everything Bagel Dip for the appetizer table at your next party and watch it disappear!

Prep Time:5

Total Time:5

Ingredients

Traditional Recipe

8- ounce container of whipped cream cheese
1 cup sour cream
3 Tbsp Everything Bagel Seasoning

Healthy Bagel Dip Version

8- ounce whipped low-fat cream cheese
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
3 TBSP everything bagel seasoning blend

Instructions

In a medium bowl, add the whipped cream cheese, sour cream (or Greek Yogurt), and Everything Bagel Seasoning.
Stir until everything is combined, scraping the sides of the bowl to make sure the bagel seasoning mix is fully incorporated.
Spoon the tasty dip into a serving bowl and serve. If you'd like, you can sprinkle a little extra bagel seasoning or green onion on top for presentation.

Notes

You can use an 8-ounce block of cream cheese in place of the whipped cream cheese for this recipe. You will just need to get out your hand mixer to mix everything together.

A word of caution: you may taste the dip right after you’ve made it and be tempted to add more seasoning. The flavor gets stronger as the dip sits, so please be cautious about adding too much more seasoning than the recipe calls for. I think 3 tablespoons is just right and much more than that can lead to a VERY strongly flavored dip.

Course: Appetizer

Servings: 16

Author: Snug and Cozy Life

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6 Comments

Daniela S says:

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My new favorite dip recipe! So simple and so delicious!

Lori says:

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This is delicious!! It is good with veggies, pretzels, bagels cut up for dipping, or even bagel chips. So easy to whip up!

Jodi says:

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It’s very good. But mine was way to salty! I’ma saltoholic besides! I’m going to add more sour cream, but next time I’ll add less seasoning.

Kaye says:

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Mmmm this sounds great. I am obsessed with Everything Bagel seasoning in salads.

ashok says:

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Thanks For Sharing this amazing recipe. My family loved it. I will be sharing this recipe with my friends. Hope the will like it.

Lisa C Brock says:

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Taking this on a camping trip this weekend with a veggie tray. I can’t wait to share it with everyone!