Creamy Fried Pickle Dip (Printable Version)

A creamy, tangy dip with dill pickles and crunchy toasted topping, ideal for casual snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 cup dill pickles, finely chopped

→ Seasonings

04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

→ Crunchy Topping

05 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if desired)

# Steps:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
02 - Stir in finely chopped dill pickles and garlic powder until evenly distributed.
03 - Over medium heat, toast panko breadcrumbs in a dry skillet, stirring frequently for 2 to 3 minutes, until golden and crispy. Remove from heat and cool.
04 - Transfer the creamy mixture to a serving bowl and evenly sprinkle toasted breadcrumbs on top just before serving.
05 - Serve immediately with potato chips, pretzels, or fresh vegetable sticks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy and tangy flavor
  • Only five simple ingredients
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add a tablespoon of pickle juice to the dip
  • Prepare up to 24 hours ahead, but add the topping just before serving to maintain crispness
03 -
  • Use gluten-free panko to make it suitable for gluten-sensitive guests
  • Substitute panko with crushed kettle potato chips for extra crunch
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