Dips
Dippers
Ghosts of Dipmas Past
Dipmas Around the World
Hits & Dips
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This sweet and tangy condiment, made from two ingredients often found in your pantry, is a popular dip for chicken tenders and pretzels alike.

What is honey mustard?

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These fried corn dough snacks from the American South are often dipped in honey butter or remoulade.

What are hush puppies?

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These two gentlemen have unfortunately been absent from the last two Dipmases due to legal reasons.

Who are Phil and Collin?

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This salty Japanese staple is often paired with sushi and dumplings alike.

What is soy sauce?

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In Narnia, this dessert famously tempts Edmund in the White Witch’s palace—and at Dipmas, it might be dipped in chocolate for extra indulgence.

What is Turkish delight?

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This slow-cooking appliance keeps chili, queso, or spinach dip warm and gooey all evening.

What is a Crockpot?

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This baked item serves double duty at parties: it holds the dip and also becomes the dipper itself.

What is a bread bowl?

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Last year's Dipmeister paired her pineapple salsa with this healthier chip alternative.

What are plantain chips?

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Just minutes from Dipmas HQ, this holiday hotspot lights up western Wisconsin with over 10 million twinkling bulbs and enough cocoa to power Santa’s sleigh.

What is Sam's Christmas Village?

400

This famous actor played 6 different roles in the 2004 holiday film The Polar Express, including scenes where passengers enjoy festive treats.

Who is Tom Hanks?

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In fast-food culture, this iconic red dip is served alongside everything from burgers to mozzarella sticks.

What is ketchup?

600

Dogs paw pads are often considered to smell like this dipper.

What are Fritos?

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Traditionally, this gift is awarded to the Holiday Dipmeister every year.

What is a T-shirt?

600

This Mediterranean dip is cool, tangy, and herby — unless you’re Stacy, in which case it’s also a medical emergency.

What is Tzatziki?

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Tostitos’ limited-edition “Oliver’s Dip” is inspired by this Hulu series featuring three amateur sleuths, one of whom is a dip-loving Martin Short.

What is Only Murders in the Building?

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This Middle Eastern-inspired dip combines roasted red peppers, walnuts, and olive oil—perfect for spreading on crostini or breadsticks.

What is muhammara?

800

This Indian flatbread, often brushed with butter or garlic, is perfect for scooping up curry or dips.

What is naan?

800

A version of this dip was entered 3 separate times by 3 different contestents in 2024.

What is crab rangoon/wonton dip?

800

This Alpine demon of folklore drags his chains through the streets every December, reminding kids that not every visitor comes bearing treats.

What is Krampus?

800

This 2000 holiday film shows Nicolas Cage discovering that family, love, and even something as simple as dipping cookies in cocoa can be more fulfilling than wealth.

What is The Family Man?

1000

From melted cheese to chocolate syrup, these pourable ‘dips’ work for sweet and savory foods.

What are sauces?

1000

These crispy, twisted pastries from Spain are traditionally dipped in chocolate.

What are churros?

1000

The inaugural Dipmeister built this winning creation, complete with layers of cheesy goodness.


What is Philly cheesesteak dip?

1000

This Minnesota made brand of potato chips is widely recognized as the best dipper for French onion dip.

What is Old Dutch?

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This holiday ballet follows Clara’s magical journey, featuring toy soldiers, a Sugar Plum Fairy, and a suite of treats that could inspire any Dipmas table.

What is The Nutcracker?