Skyline Chili Dip Recipe (2024)

Why I love this skyline chili dip

This chili dip – and the Cincinnati chili that inspires it – has always been a favorite of mine. The unique flavors of the chili make this creamy dip so satisfying, and it’s a great option for your game day spread.

Obviously, the original recipe isn’t dairy free, but I didn’t want to change it because I know a lot of people still rely on this recipe for the original version.

Instead, I decided to test it out and make sure it would work with my favorite dairy free alternatives. I don’t love to rely on substitutes alone, but this is one of the times that I am thankful they exist (and that they have been getting better and better over the years).

More game day recipes you’ll enjoy: / BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos / Buffalo chicken meatballs / beer brats / ground chicken burgers

Here’s what you’ll need to make this skyline dip recipe

Equipment

• Large baking dish
• Rubber spatula

Ingredients

To make this dairy free, I used Earth Grown vegan cream cheese and Daiya cheddar cutting board shreds. If you have your own favorite swaps, feel free to use them.

You’ll also need some Cincinnati chili. I normally use this brand from the can, but you can totally use leftovers if you have some.

How to make chili cream cheese dip

There are two ways to make this dip, and while the original dairy-based version works really well in the oven, I have started making this dairy free version in the microwave. I find that the vegan cheese shreds just melt better in the microwave, so I have decided to embrace it.

To make it in the oven: Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Spread the cream cheese evenly on the bottom of your dish and cover with a layer of chili. Top with cheddar shreds and bake for about 10 minutes.

In the microwave: Simply cover the dish with something microwave safe, and heat at full power for about 3 – 5 minutes, or until all layers are heated through.

FAQ’s and tips for making skyline dip

More chili recipes like this one

• White Turkey Chili
• Quick and Easy Beer Chili
• Sweet Potato Lentil Chili
• Buffalo Chicken Chili
• Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

More dip recipes to try

• Extra Creamy Ranch Dip
• Caramelized Onion Dip
• Wisconsin Beer Dip
• Light Jalapeno Popper Dip
• Roasted Garlic and Artichoke Dip

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Published: January 13, 2020. Updated: November 12, 2021.

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