Fried Dill Pickle Dip
This post may contain affiliate links.
This easy Fried Dill Pickle Dip has the crunch and the tangy zip of a fried dill pickle, in a creamy and cool appetizer dip. It’s a fun twist on the classic appetizer dip and perfect for game day, backyard BBQs, or a last-minute snack.
As a productivity manager, I truly believe that great recipes shouldn’t take hours to make. That’s why I’m always creating and sharing simple, time-saving ideas that you can enjoy without the stress.
This dip is flavorful and fun. Great for your summer BBQs, picnics and potlucks.
Like my Knorr Veggie Dip and Neiman Marcus dip recipe, this appetizer dip also goes with an array of dippers – see my recommendations below.
Ingredients
- Panko bread crumbs – these bread crumbs work the best
- salted butter
- dill pickles
- sour cream
- cream cheese – you can use a reduced fat cream cheese if you like.
- pickle juice (from the same jar of pickles
- ranch seasoning mix
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Step 1:
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the panko bread crumbs and toast until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
Step 2:
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
Step 3:
Add ranch seasoning, sour cream, chopped pickles, and pickle juice.
Step 4: Stir until well combined.
Spread the dip into a serving dish and top with toasted panko crumbs.
Save The Recipe!
Add your email below and we’ll send it straight to your inbox+ you’ll receive all our newest recipes
Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few variations for this dip
| If You’re Out Of… | Swap With… | Flavor Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sour cream | Plain Greek yogurt | Adds a tangy taste |
| Panko | Plain Bread crumbs | Very similar |
| Ranch seasoning | 1 tsp dried dill + ½ tsp garlic powder + pinch of onion powder | DIY blend, and you can control the sodium. |
Serving Suggestions
Dippers – Serve this dip warm or cold with pretzel chips, crackers, bagel chips, bread sticks or fresh veggie stick.
You can use leftovers as a spread on burgers or sandwiches the next day.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Raquel’s Timesaving Tips
- Don’t skip toasting the Panko – it just takes a couple of minutes and really adds depth to the dip.
- Use whipped cream cheese so that it blends faster.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for best results, as the softened cheese blends smoother.
- Make the dip ahead of time, but don’t add the bread crumb topping until ready to serve.
- For an extra pop, reserve a tablespoon of chopped pickles to sprinkle on top just before serving.
What To Make Next
Enjoy another favorite appetizer spread with this Ranch Cheese Ball or this Beau Monde Dip. These tasty and fun appetizers come together in minutes and always get rave reviews. Check them out and find your new favorite!
More Delicious Dip Recipes
Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:
Fried Dill Pickle Dip
Equipment
- small skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Serving bowl
Ingredients
- ½ cup Panko bread crumbs
- 3 tbsp salted butter
- 1 cup chopped dill pickles
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 8 oz cream cheese – softened
- 2 tbsp pickle juice
- 1 1 oz packet ranch seasoning mix
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add panko bread crumbs and toast until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add ranch seasoning, sour cream, chopped pickles, and pickle juice. Stir until well combined.
- Spread the dip into a serving dish and top with toasted panko.
- Optional: garnish with fresh dill before serving.
Nutrition
If you are not yet subscribing to my CELEBRATE THE SEASON newsletter, you can subscribe here. I share easy recipes for the season that the entire family is sure to love and also a few things that I don’t share here.