Description
This Fried Pickle Dip captures the irresistible flavor of fried pickles in a creamy, scoopable appetizer. It’s perfect for parties and gatherings, offering all the tangy, savory goodness without the frying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup chopped dill pickles
- 2 tablespoons pickle juice
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Stir in the chopped dill pickles and pickle juice.
- Add the flour, dried dill weed, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are incorporated.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a small oven-safe dish or a small cast-iron skillet.
- If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and lightly golden brown around the edges.
- Garnish with fresh dill before serving.
- Serve warm with your favorite chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- You can adjust the amount of pickles and pickle juice to your taste.
- If you don’t have fresh dill, you can omit the garnish or use a little more dried dill in the dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg