If you love the flavor of fried pickles, this easy dip recipe is for you! Fried pickle dip is creamy, salty, and savory. It brings all of the best flavor to a party dip that’s so easy to make that it’s perfect for everything from game day to holiday celebrations to weekend snack time.
Fried Pickle Dip
Some people love pickles and others just aren’t fans. If you’re part of the first group, this dip recipe is one you should try. This is a cold dip that uses cream cheese and sour cream which are staples for the best dips!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy to Make – This dip comes together in under 10 minutes with simple ingredients you probably have in your kitchen.
- Versatile Recipe – Whether you’re serving it as a party appetizer, potluck dish, game day snack, or just craving chips and dips on a weekend afternoon, this dip works great for tons of different occasions.
- Make It Your Own – This recipe is easy to tweak. You can use your favorite mix-ins like shredded cheese, crispy bacon, or spicy pickled jalapeños for an extra kick.
Ingredients & Equipment
This recipe’s ingredient list should be very easy to find at your local grocery store. Here’s what you’ll need to make this pickle dip recipe:
- Cream cheese
- Sour cream
- Mayonnaise
- Dill pickle relish
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Dill weed
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Panko bread crumbs
- Butter
- Potato chips, crackers, vegetables or your favorite dippers
Full measurements for each ingredient can be found in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
You’ll also need a few pieces of kitchen equipment:
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Mixing bowl
- Silicone spatula
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Serving bowl
Step By Step Instructions
This recipe makes 2 cups of dip (6-8 servings). It takes 10 minutes of prep time and I recommend chilling for 1 hour before adding topping and serving.
Step 1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth.
Step 2. Stir the dill pickle relish into the mixture.
Step 3. Then add the garlic powder, onion powder, and dill weed. Mix well.
Step 4. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Step 5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
Step 6. Prior to serving, melt the butter in the microwave (microwave in short increments of 20-30 seconds until melted) and combine with the panko breadcrumbs
Step 7. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the top of the dip. Garnish with additional pickles or seasonings, if desired.
Step 8. Serve with your choice of potato chips, crackers, veggies, or your favorite dippers.
Serving Suggestions
You can serve this dip with your favorite dippers. Here are some ideas:
- Potato chips
- Crackers
- Breadsticks
- Baguette slices
- Pita chips
- Pita bread
- Flatbreads
- Tortilla chips
- Crostini
- Baby carrots
- Cucumber slices
- Cherry tomatoes
- Bell peppers
- Celery sticks
Variations
- Turn Up the Heat – Add finely diced jalapenos, a pinch of cayenne pepper, or red pepper flakes for heat. Sriracha can also add some spice.
- Herb Flavor – Use a mix of fresh herbs like basil, parsley, and cilantro to replace or complement the dill weed.
- Smoked Flavor – Stir in smoked paprika and a touch of liquid smoke.
- Extra Crunch – Toast the panko breadcrumbs with Parmesan and sprinkle it over the top for an extra crunch and flavor.
- Bacon – Fold in crispy bacon bits for extra savory flavor and because everything is better with bacon!
- Pickle Lover – Increase the amount of dill pickle relish and chop up extra pickles. You can also try this recipe with different varieties of relish and pickles.
Substitutions
- You can use Ranch dressing mix in place of the garlic powder, onion powder, and dill weed for a quick and easy substitution.
- You can also use dill pickle juice instead of dill pickle relish. Your dip might be a little thinner in texture. If you want more texture, you can add in some chopped pickles.
- Plain greek yogurt can be used instead of the sour cream.
- Substiture 3/4 teaspoon fresh dill for the dill weed.
- You can also top with ingredients like fresh chives, green onions, and shredded cheese
Leftovers & Storage
You can keep this dip or any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to serve any leftover dip, stir it well.
You can also add fresh breadcrumbs when serving leftover dip.
Tips & Tricks
- If you let the cream cheese soften a bit at room temperature, it will be easier to mix into a smooth texture.
- If you want crunchier breadcrumsb for that “fried” flavor, toast the breadcrumbs in a small skillet with the butter until golden brown before sprinkling them on top. This takes a bit more time but really ups this dip.
- For a thicker dip, press the pickle relish with paper towels to remove excess liquid before mixing.
- If you’re hosting a party and want to make a bigger batch of dip, this one is easy to double so it’s great for entertaining!
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Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl,combine the cream cheese,sour cream,and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth.
Stir in the dill pickle relish.
Then add the garlic powder,onion powder,and dill weed. Mix well.
Season with salt and pepper,to taste.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
Prior to serving,melt the butter in the microwave (microwave in short increments of 20-30 seconds until melted) and combine with the panko breadcrumbs
Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the top of the dip. Garnish with additional pickles or seasonings,if desired.
Serve with your choice of potato chips,crackers,veggies,or your favorite dippers.
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