Fried Dill Pickle Dip

Fried Dill Pickle Dip is a crave worthy appetizer combining tangy dill pickles with cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and the crunchy texture of buttery toasted panko crumbs. If you love deep fried dill pickles, this dip is for you!

Almost everyone loves the unique flavour of pickles. Some prefer the earthy tang of Garlic Dill Pickles or the slightly sweet and tangy flavour of Bread and Butter Pickles. Some like both! The good news is, you can use both styles of pickles in this addictive dill pickle dip.

Dill Pickle Dip But Fried

Have you ever had deep fried pickles? These unique pub style appetizers are a favourite among pickle lovers. They consist of pickle slices or spears dipped in an egg wash/bread crumb coating before being deep fried to perfection. When you bite through the crispy golden outer layer, the sharp tang of the pickle immediately makes you salivate.

If you’re a deep fried pickle lover, this is the pickle dip recipe for you. This creamy chip dip is loaded with flavor from the sour pickle juice, to the herbal notes of fresh dill, and Ranch seasoning. To top it all off is the textural crunch of buttery panko crumbs.

The panko crumbs elevate this appetizer to another level, from dill pickle chip dip to deep fried pickles chip dip. However, if you prefer to make it dip gluten free, you can leave off the crumbs and enjoy this flavour sensation on its own.

This easy appetizer is bound to become an instant favourite at your next party, family gathering, potluck, game day, or movie night. Serve it with ridged potato chips, pretzels, or vegetable sticks. Don’t forget to make a double batch!

Recipe Ingredients

This recipe is so easy, I made a batch in the time it took you to view this post. Seriously, with only 10 minutes total prep time, this is the perfect recipe for any time you need a quick appetizer.

There are a number of creamy ingredients that provide this dip with a smooth, creamy texture and a delicious tang. These include full fat sour cream, mayonnaise, and cream cheese.

For the smoothest consistency, be sure to soften the cream cheese before mixing it into the sour cream and mayonnaise. Feel free to replace the sour cream with plain Greek yogurt in this recipe.

Alternative Flavours

I like pickles. I like cream cheese. Most of the time, I make this recipe as written because it is perfection. However, here are a few fun flavour variations worth trying:

Spice It Up – Spicy pickle flavor is a THING. Add a few drops of hot sauce, red chili flakes, or use spicy pickles to heat things up.

Change the Herbs – Instead of or in addition to fresh dill weed, add chopped chives, chopped green onions, or parsley.

Pickle It – Try adding other varieties of chopped pickles like bread and butter pickles, capers, pickled asparagus, pickled carrots, or even dill pickle relish! My garlic scape relish would work perfectly in this dip, no further chopping needed!

Other Additions – Add a shake or two of garlic powder, and use shredded dill Havarti cheese instead of cheddar.

How to Make Dill Pickle Dip

This recipe couldn’t be simpler. The first step is mixing the creamy ingredients together. Place the sour cream, mayonnaise, and softened cream cheese in a medium mixing bowl. Mix them together until no lumps remain.

Next, add the flavour ingredients to the creamy mixture. I like to add chopped fresh dill (or dried dill weed), chopped dill pickles, Ranch seasoning, and some Worcestershire sauce. Adjust the consistency of the dip by adding as little or as much dill pickle juice as you need, stirring as you go.

If you like a little spice, you can add some red chili flakes or hot sauce during this step.

Do a taste test to make sure each flavour is balanced, keeping in mind the flavours become more pronounced the longer the dip sits. On that note is a good idea to make this appetizer a day ahead of time (or in the morning) to allow the flavours to develop.

Lastly, make the buttery panko crumbs and add them just before serving so that they retain their texture. To make the panko crumbs, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the panko crumbs and stir continuously until they become golden brown. Keep a close eye on them as they burn quite easily.

To assemble the Dill Pickle Dip, place in a serving bowl then top with the panko crumbs. Scatter more finely chopped dill over top and add sliced or diced pickles on top.

How Long Does Dill Pickle Dip Last?

As with many dairy or mayonnaise based recipes, this dip won’t last forever. It doesn’t contain any additives or preservatives like you will find in store bought dips. The amount of time it will last depends on how long it sits out during serving.

If this appetizer sits out at room temperature for an hour or two, refrigerate it and consume in the next day or two. If you take it out for serving only, or to remove a smaller portion to consume immediately, it will last up to five days.

Pro tip: To prevent soggy breadcrumbs, always add them just before serving. Scoop them up before refrigerating the leftovers, then add new breadcrumbs to keep that textural crunch. 

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