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Creamy Dill Pickle Dip — The Perfect Party Starter
If you love the tangy crunch of dill pickles, this Dill Pickle Dip is about to become one of your go-to appetizers. It’s creamy, zesty, and so easy to whip up — perfect for game day, potlucks, BBQs, or any gathering where snacks matter.
Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, this dip balances rich cream cheese and sour cream with bright, briny dill pickles and pickle juice. The longer it chills, the more the flavors meld together, making every bite even better.
Why This Dip Is a Crowd Pleaser
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Quick & Simple: Ready in minutes with no cooking required.
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Flavorful Crunch: Chopped dill pickles add texture and that signature briny zip.
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Versatile for Dippers: Pairs beautifully with chips, crackers, pretzels, or fresh veggies.
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Make-Ahead Friendly: Chilling allows flavors to develop — even better the next day.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup sour cream
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½ cup finely chopped dill pickles
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¼ cup finely chopped onion (optional)
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½ tsp garlic powder
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¼ tsp seasoning salt (or to taste)
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½ tsp dill weed
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1–2 Tbsp pickle juice (to reach desired consistency)
How to Make It
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Combine the Base: In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth.
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Add Flavor & Texture: Stir in the chopped dill pickles, onion (if using), garlic powder, seasoning salt, and dill weed.
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Adjust & Chill: Add pickle juice gradually until you reach the texture you want — thicker for scooping, thinner for spreading.
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Rest for Best Flavor: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour so the flavors can blend — it tastes even better the next day!
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Serving Ideas
Serve this creamy dill pickle dip with:
• Potato chips or dill pickle chips
• Pretzels or pretzel sticks
• Fresh vegetables like cucumbers, carrots, or celery
• Crackers or toasted baguette slices
It also makes a fun sandwich spread if you make extra!
Dill Pickle Dip
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup finely chopped dill pickles
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp seasoning salt
- ½ tsp dill weed
- 1-2 Tbsp pickle juice
Instructions
- Mix cream cheese, sour cream, pickles, onion, garlic powder, seasoning salt, and dill weed together in a bowl. Add pickle juice a little at a time until you reach the desired consistency and taste. If you add too much juice, the dip may be runny.
- Chill at least 1 hour before serving. Better the next day.
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