This Dill Pickle Dip is a crowd-pleasing cream cheese dill pickle dip loaded with flavor, ideal for your next get-together. The secret ingredient I use is what makes this chip dip stand out as the best! You must be a pickle lover to really embrace this fun and tasty appetizer dip recipe. Make sure to watch the video tutorial to see how it’s made.
Reader Karen L. says …“Made this last night and brought to a work function. Rave reviews by all. Easy and delish!”
Reader Jenn says …“Wow, just made this for a super bowl party tonight. I hope the dip makes it to the party. I keep “test tasting”. Wanted to make something a little different so I decided to give your recipe a try. So easy and delicious! Thank you.”
Ingredients You’ll Need and Why
- Cream cheese: This is your creamy base for the dip; use full-fat for the best flavor. Readers always ask if they can substitute Greek yogurt or sour cream, I say the result is just not close to the original, but according to the comments, people have enjoyed it making it with a different base.
- Red onion: Red onion adds a sharp and slightly sweet flavor to the dip.
- Pickle juice: Pickle juice is packed with tangy flavor and adds acidity to the dip. It fills the dip with the distinct taste of pickles, giving it, its signature tanginess. Use the pickle juice from the jar of pickles you’re using.
- Garlic: Adds savory and aromatic undertones as well as flavor.
- Old Bay Seasoning: Old Bay Seasoning is a blend of herbs and spices, including celery salt, paprika, and mustard, among others. This is what makes this recipe so good!
- Black pepper: Flavor enhancement. Make sure it’s coarsely ground.
- Dill Pickles: Use any dill pickles you love, from store-bought to homemade, you’re the boss. I love this dip made on the sour side, I tend to use cornichons as my pickles of choice.
Method: How Do You Make Dill Pickle Dip?
- Combine cream cheese, red onion, pickle juice, garlic, Old Bay seasoning, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly using a hand mixer.
- Add the chopped pickles and mix until everything is well combined.
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Refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to three days before serving.
What To Serve With Dill Pickle Dip?
There are so many options when it comes to what to serve with your dill pickle dip! I make sure to have a range of textures and flavors that complement the tangy and creamy nature of the dill pickle dip.
Dill pickle dip pairs well with potato chips, pretzels, tortilla chips, crackers (especially wheat or whole grain varieties), vegetable sticks (carrots, celery, bell peppers, cucumber), breadsticks, pita chips, toasted baguette slices, pumpernickel bread chunks, and cheese cubes. You can even serve it alongside my dill pickle popcorn or dill pickle pastrami pizza.
Reader Hayley says …“Yum! So glad I went with this recipe on Pinterest. Just finished and it’s chilling in the fridge, but I’m already in love! Bringing this to a Super Bowl get together tonight. My teams not in it (Philly), but at least I’ve got my dilly! Thanks for sharing! Love the Old Bay with it, wow!”
Best Dill Pickle Dip Recipe Tips
- When it comes to chopping up your pickles, it’s completely up to you how fine or chunky you want them to be based on your personal texture preferences.
- Make sure you let the cream cheese soften before making this dip. PRO TIP: If you’re in a rush, submerge your sealed cream cheese package into a pan of hot, boiling water for a few minutes and it will be ready to go.
- Give it its time in the fridge for the flavors to meld.
- If you are serving this to pickle lovers, make a double batch! It will disappear fast.
Reader TIP, Lydia says …“just a tip for people who don’t like onions…..just get out your grater and grate them on the finest grate ..That way you will get the juice , almost a paste, for your dip but no pieces of onion…just the flavor and in my opinion, you really do need it in this dip. It makes such a difference. Just give it a try……This is such a great dip recipe.. Thank you for sharing all the other pickle recipes to…”
Pickle Dip FAQs
- Can I make dill pickle dip ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare dill pickle dip ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It’s best to consume it within 3 days for optimal freshness.
- Can I customize the ingredients in dill pickle dip? You can adjust the ingredients according to your preferences.
- Is dill pickle dip vegetarian? Yes, dill pickle dip is typically vegetarian-friendly, as long as the specific ingredients used are vegetarian. Always check labels, especially for ingredients like cream cheese, to ensure they align with your dietary preferences.
- What should I do if my dill pickle dip is too thick or thin? If your dip is too thick, you can thin it out by gradually adding a small amount of pickle juice until you reach your desired consistency. Conversely, if it’s too thin, you can thicken it by incorporating more cream cheese.
- Can I serve dill pickle dip warm? I get asked this. Is that a thing? I’m going to say no, don’t serve it warm. Ha.
Conclusion
I think we can conclude that dill pickle dip is an unforgettably tangy and flavorful addition to any gathering or snack time you might be having. The creamy texture and bold taste make it a crowd-pleasing option. Whether you decide to serve it with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables, it’s a pickle enthusiasts dream! So, next time you’re planning a “thing” or craving a tasty snack, consider whipping up a batch of dill pickle dip for a deliciously satisfying treat.
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Dill Pickle Dip
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese softened
- 1/3 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup pickle juice from a jar of pickles
- 2 tsps. finely chopped garlic
- 1 tsp. Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tsp. coarse ground black pepper
- 2 cups diced pickles
Instructions
- In a large bowl add cream cheese, red onion, pickle juice, garlic, Old Bay seasoning and pepper. Combine with a hand mixer.1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, 1/3 cup diced red onion, 1/4 cup pickle juice, 2 tsps. finely chopped garlic, 1 tsp. Old Bay seasoning, 1 tsp. coarse ground black pepper
- Add pickles and continue mixing until fully combined.2 cups diced pickles
- Refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to three days before serving.
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Flea says
You are my new best friend.
Nicole Frost says
I LOVE THIS DIP! Everyone wants me to bring my special pickle dip to parties! 😉 I love the dip dish, where did you get that? Thanks for the recipe.
Cathy says
Thanks! At Target, but years ago.
Nanci Simmons says
Ohhh I so love dill pickles also Love them and made this dip which was so amazing!
So what is your favorite brand of Dill Pickles to just eat out of the jar!!!
We love all your recipes!!
Thanks
Nanci
Cathy says
I have too many favorites!
Debby says
Boars head pickles….the best besides my home made ones
Ali May says
Bubbies Pickles! The BEST!
Melissa says
I also want to know your favorite brand!?!?!?
Rebecca says
Van Hulsing Papa Pickle for us
Rebeca says
What is Old Bay seasoning? I am in Ontario and have not heard of it. Is there some sort of substitute?
Cathy says
Old Bay is a very common seasoning found in the U.S. I would Amazon for some and then search Google for some possible copycat recipes. I can’t say the recipes will be as good as the original. And this seasoning gives the dip a unique taste so there is not a substitute.
Lynnda says
I live in ON, Ca and found old Bay at Metro.
Patty says
Usually in most supermarkets in the seafood area.
Lorna says
you can make your own Old Bay seasoning – just google it
Tammy says
You can make it but NOTHING compares to Old Bay brand!
Lori says
You can get old bay seasoning at Loblaws
Jodi says
I bought at Safeway in Saskatchewan….. try Sobeys in the East
Elizabeth says
Wal mart Canada has Old Bay in the spice section
Diana Mansell says
You can purchase Old Bay Seasoning at Thrifty’s grocery store, in the spice isle. It is in a yellow can. I am not sure if you have Thrifty’s in Ontario it may be called Sobeys in your province. You can also find the ingredients on line to make a mix of it but it is less expensive to buy it pre done.
alexandra strickland says
Merivale fish market-restaurant has it
Destiney says
You can get it at sobeys!
Angela says
In in ON too;) It’s like seasoned salt only a bit spicer….. Wal-Mart has it any grocery store does!
Jule says
This dip is amazing and I make it all the time! also, where did you get the green dip bowl??
Cathy says
I can’t remember.
Karen L. says
Made this last night and brought to a work function. Rave reviews by all. Easy and delish!
Cathy says
Glad to hear it!
Forrest says
I am also dill pickle crazy . I love your dill pickle recipes, especially your dill pickle soup. Have tried a few. Eating it with pretzel thins is genius!! This dip was amazing. Love your blog, Big fan!!
Cindy Thornlow says
I use 16 oz sour cream, 1 pkg Ranch dip and 1/2 jar of dill pickle relish and mix it all together and let it sit for a few hours or over night. We love it!
Flea Christenson says
I made this tonight for our party tomorrow night and it tastes amazing.
Kathy Fannon says
I found this recipe via Pinterest and just made this for our party tonight. You are a genius! So good.
Cathy says
Thanks!
Holly N @ Spend With Pennies says
Dill Pickle Dip has been a staple in my diet since I was a kid… my absolute favorite dip!
Jenn says
Wow, just made this for a super bowl party tonight. I hope the dip makes it to the party. I keep “test tasting”. Wanted to make something a little different so I decided to give your recipe a try. So easy and delicious! Thank you.
Debbie Pulley says
I just discovered your dill pickle page. I, too, love dill pickles. I must say I am surprised to see you use store bought pickles when home made are so far superior. I grow my own pickling cucumbers, dill, and jalapeno peppers and make over 100 quarts of dilly deliciousness every year. They are not hard to do at all. I have made dill pickle soup which is so amazing!
Lynn Steele says
Got to ask…what’s in dill pickle soup?
Cathy says
The recipe is here on my site, just search the search bar and you will find it.
Vivian Parramore says
Oh yes, dill pickle soup is so good. Two members of my family loves dill pickles; the other two are sweet pickle people. I love anything that has dill in it.
Janice in Alaska says
This reply is in response to —- Debbie Pulley says Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 8:56 am
I just discovered your dill pickle page. I, too, love dill pickles. I must say I am surprised to see you use store bought pickles when home made are so far superior. I grow my own pickling cucumbers, dill, and jalapeno peppers and make over 100 quarts of dilly deliciousness every year. They are not hard to do at all. I have made dill pickle soup which is so amazing!
Dear Debbie, how fortunate you are able to grown your own pickling cucumbers !!!!! Some of us, such as myself are not so lucky. I live in a rain forest in Alaska, we get over 13 feet of rain a year, yes 13 feet. Add to that the difficulty in getting growing supplies shipped here. It’s a toss up, spend a lot of money/time/effort to grow your own and hope that they grow big enough or spend ALOT of money to purchase pickling cucumbers. Would you like to know what price produce is up here ????? Some of us (myself) have to make do with what they can find at the grocery store. Debbie remember that not all of us are as fortunate as you 🙂
Janet says
Delicious…what a wonderful change from all other dips. Great on crackers, also used as a spread for a sandwich, yummy. I used dill pickles that I did not like, and it was wonderful, good way to get rid of yucky pickles.
Becki says
I disagree that pickle fans will not like this dip. I am not a pickle person at all, but I recently made dill pickle soup and loved it. I am very much looking forward to trying this – just have to do it on a “salty craving” day.
Kat says
I just made some of this for a pot luck. This stuff is like CRACK!! Everyone raved that this is amazing. I added a couple of dashes of cayenne pepper to spice it up a little more, but besides that, I stuck to the recipe. Also used Best Maid pickles (my favorite). Thanks for the recipe!
Cathy says
So glad to hear it.
Jean Anne says
Where did you get your serving dish? I love it!
Cathy says
It’s old, I can’t even remember.
Childer says
I make a dilly dip but it calls for the spice ” Dill Weed “. It is really good !! I am going to make this for my Granddaughter…She loves Dill and Kosher Dill pickles. Thank you!!!
Allyson says
What kind of dill pickles do you use? I have a batch of sour kosher dills fermenting on my counter as I write this. Will they work? Or will they be too sour? Because I really need to make this dip. Now.
Cathy says
Those will work just fine!
Allyson says
Thanks!
Bonnie says
I love pickles thanks for the recipes can’t wait to try
Sherry says
Sounds good but I’m not a fan of Old Bay seasoning. Any suggestions for a suitable substitute?
Cathy says
Hmmm, the Old Bay pretty much makes the recipe, not sure what else you would like.
Tracey says
Try Tony Chachere’s spice. We like it much better than Old Bay.
Linda M Forsyth says
Can’t wait to try this dip!
I love dill pickles! Thank you for sharing!
Bobbie says
Can this be modified using yogurt rather than cream cheese?
Cathy says
You are welcome to try anything you want. It won’t be as good with yogurt though and might be too runny.
Megan says
Looks amazing! For some reason, I see the pictures and want to add tiny shrimp to it. You think that would ruin it?
Cathy says
That’s up to you.
Mike says
Made this today. The garlic seemed to overpower everything else so we’re going to try it again with no more than half the garlic. Can’t wait to try it then! ?
Cyndi says
I have family members with chewing difficulties (not babies), and we all love dill. I wonder if this would work with dill relish, just as easliy? Thoughts?
Cathy says
You’ll just have to try it and if it suits your taste, it might be good for you.
Christina Wade says
That was my question. Did you try it? Did it work?
Lisa Goldsmith says
A friend sent me a recipe of yours because she knows how much I love dill pickles! I LOVE your site and will start trying all of your recipes! However, A peanut butter and dill pickle sandwich on toasted bread is going to be hard to beat, but I will try your version also! Good Luck!
Cathy says
Ah I have to disagree…try this version with the exact brands I mentioned and you will see:).
Patty says
Original recipe posted: curious if you used real dill pickles or Kosher?
Thanks!
Barbara Harwart says
I will be making this for the weekend…I LOVE dill pickles! My favorite sandwich ever, involves dill pickles…..:) YUM!!!
Mike says
The trick to this is chop the pickles up as much as possible. Not relish size but small. Makes it easier to dip and eat.
marj says
what would you use in lace of old bay seasoning….. i have never heard of that.
Cathy says
Old Bay is available everywhere, Spice aisle of your grocery store and often in the meat/seafood section of the market too. It has a very distinct flavor which it adds to this dip.
Teri says
Accidently bought sour cream instead of cream cheese so I made it anyway and just didn’t add the pickle juice ….just put it in refrigerator to develop overnight…I sampled it and know it is going to be scrumptious when served tomorrow…
MrsC says
How important is the red onion? I hate them. I don’t much care for yellow or white onions either but can use the in dips and stews if cooked enough. Can I 86 the onions and still get a good dip?
Cathy says
If you don’t like onion, then leaving it in will not be good for you. You just have to try it.
Brenda says
I’ve never heard of a pickle dip before and I love pickles. I made this and took it to work and it was a hit! Best of all I love it too! Great recipe!! Thank you so much for posting this recipe. I’ll be making it to serve with fish dishes too.
Diane Packer says
I saw this dill pickle dip recipe and wanted to try it. My first attempt is sitting in the fridge ‘maturing’. Allow that in Australia we can’t get, or I haven’t been able to find, Old Bay Seasoning, so I looked for an on-line recipe for a home made version. Grinding up the bay leaves took a bit of time. My initial reaction is that next time I would use less celery salt as I found everything a bit salty. However, as I was mixing I thought a pinch of fennel seed would be a good addition and so it proved.
My initial taste reaction was that this was yummy.
Do you have a recipe for your pretzels? I’ve made some at home, but yours looked good.
Diane
Cathy says
They are store bought, sorry.
Diane Packer says
Next day verdict is that this recipe is rather good, though I would prefer less saltiness. I had some on toast for breakfast. My husband tasted and thought they would go well with just about anything. I used bought dill pickles as I didn’t have home made. I look forward to trying it again with my own pickles. I also make a zucchini bread and butter pickle which is rather nice and think that this would lend itself well.
Thanks for sharing the recipe.
Re the pretzels – I’ll just play around with the way I made them before.
Sondra Hall says
Cathy, we love pickles in this house. My oldest daughter started eating pickles and cheddar cheese at age two, we all like to cut a good size dill in half lengthwise and cut a slab of a good cheddar, make a sandwich with the two and chow down. Think you will love it!
Shari says
What kind of onion would you suggestive I don’t have purple onion. I just bought white & yellow onion….Which one should I use in place of the purple?
Cathy says
Hmmm, white would be too strong.
Mary Lynne Madzy says
Oh my gosh! My friend made this dip for our annual knitting party last night. It was SO good I just had to get online this morning to see if I could find the recipe from what she indicated was in it. I will be having New Year’s Day dinner for my family and this will most certainly be my appetizer.
marj says
I have looked everywhere and I cannot find the Old Bay Seasoning. What can I use in place of it.
Diane Packer says
You can’t get it here in Australia, but I found a couple of ‘copycat’ recipes on line, so you might want to look for those. As I have never tasted the original I can only go by how this turned out. The first time, it seemed way too salty – too much celery salt for me. So second time around I just added used what was left of the mix in the jar and added the same quantities of mustard, pepper, paprika nutmeg all spice, cardamom, cloves and ginger. I had added a pinch of fennel (my touch) and liked it, so repeated this. I liked this second batch much better. A more mellow, rounded flavour, so that’s what I will do for repeats in the future. By the way, I couldn’t get ground bay leaves. Trying to chop them I the blender didn’t work, so I put them in the mortar and pounded with the pestle to break them up as much as possible, then pushed the result through a sieve. That worked quite nicely.
Marty says
This sounds delicious can hardly wait to try it.
Love love love dill pickles
Mary says
A coworker made this for pot luck lunch and I’m hooked! Delish! However, she used one cup of pickles.
Diane Packer says
I’ve always made it with the two cups of pickles and I think it needs that amount. However, last time, I omitted the juice and that was rather nice. I’ve found that the taste in different brands of dill pickles varies. Worth checking out.
Diane Packer says
Tonight when I made it I added a couple of slices of finely chopped jalapeno. Oh yummy!
Lydia says
I had this recipe already and the person I got it from had Seasoning Salt as a substitute for Old Bay so that is what I have been using. Also, just a tip for people who don’t like onions…..Just get out your grater and grate them on the finest grate ..That way you will get the juice , almost a paste, for your dip but no pieces of onion…just the flavour and in my opinion, you really do need it in this dip. It makes such a difference. Just give it a try……This is such a great dip recipe.. Thank you for sharing all the other pickle recipes to…
Marj says
Thank you Lydia, I definitely will try the seasoning salt!
G says
I’m making it tonight. For our Daytona race day potluck. Couldn’t find the seasoning at my Lucky store tho. So going to wing it.
Paula Foster says
What is old bay seasoning? We love dill pickles and I want to make this.
Cathy says
A seasoning made originally for seafood and available in almost every grocery store. If not in the spice aisle check the meat and seafood department by the counter. Ask a store employee…
Rose says
How far in advance can this be made? How long does it keep?
Cathy says
A week.
Vicky says
The pickles you show on this page for the dill pickle recipe look really small, like gerkins. As long as I use a good dill pickle(and is there such a thing as a bad one?)will my recipe come out great???
Cathy says
Just use one you personally love.
Amanda J. says
I made this yesterday! It was delicious.
Michelle says
What are some good grocery store brands that pair well with this dip? Mind you, I’m in Oklahoma. Suggestions?
Cathy says
Are asking about brands of pickles?
Lisa says
If you are looking for a great pickle, try Vlassic Snackum’s. They are small and when quartered lengthwise are just the right size to chop up for this dip. I also used the Tony Chachere’s seasoning someone else mentioned. It gave it a bit of a kick that we loved! Thanks for the great recipe!
Leanne says
You can purchase Old Bay in Ontario. I just bought some. Check Zehra Walmart. It’s in the spice isle.
Michele says
Im on weight watchers so im always looking for new recipes. Do u think that i could use greek yougurt in place of the cream chrese
Cathy says
It might be fairly runny. You can always try it though.
Diane Packer says
There is a low fat Philly cream cheese (at least here in Australia) which is what I often use. Be wary of Greek Yoghurt as it is relatively high in fat. There are low fat yoghurts.
Kimmy Tejeda says
I want to add a can of tuna
Marissa says
How many is this recipe supposed to serve?
Cathy says
6-8
Christina LoBello says
Do you use dill pickles or gherkins which are sweeter!
I love pickles and have a wonderful recipe for refrigerator dills…you make them and they are ready the next day…no processing so last a few wks in the fridge..altho I go thru a quart in a few days❗️
I will be on HH in early November ..will stop by and try❗️
Thank you❗️
Pat says
That all sounds so good!! What do you think about substituting old bay seasoning with Knorr vegetable soup mix? It goes so well with spinach.
Cathy says
Old Bay is what makes this recipe very special so I would say no:).
Diane Packer says
I agree with Cathy. If you use something else you’ll end up with a completely different taste. Allow that here in Australia, I can’t buy Old Bay, so I have made a copy cat recipe to which I add a bit of fennel. The only way I vary Cathy’s recipe is that if I use low fat Philly (which is softer) I use a bit less pickle juice, and I do like to add half a chopped jalapeno.
kristen says
Hi!
I love this dish – can you tell me where it is from???
Cathy says
Wow, I have no idea, had it forever.
Ann Fichtner says
My family loves those pickle-ham roll up things, I think it’s a lot of work. So I cut up ham and put it in this pickle dip! I had accidentally grabbed low salt Old Bay, so it worked out fine with the saltiness of the ham. It was a hit at my niece’s baby shower. Only thing was I used about 12 oz. of cream cheese (adjusted all else to match) to make it go further, so I ran out of pretzel chips. Tastes pretty good on tortilla chips, in a pinch!
Donna says
What is Old Bay Seasoning, and where can I find it?
Kim says
Does it thicken over time?? My came out very thin
Mary says
I love your recipes. My Old Bay has been in cupboard for a few years, will it loose its flavor over time?
Cathy says
All spices do.
Angela says
In in ON too;) It’s like seasoned salt only a bit spicer….. Wal-Mart has it any grocery store does!
maggs says
I have been looking for Old Bay since 2016. Walmart in Sask. just started carrying it. I found it 2 days ago and scooped it up.. Now I lost the recipe for the dip.. Please anyone!!! Thanks in advance
Catherine says
Delicious! I made it with green onions as that was what I had on had! I have tried other dill pickle dips but this is #1 The old bay seems to be the it for the dip! Yum
Amanda says
I made this last night and it was amazing! I didn’t have onion but didn’t even notice. Also didn’t have fresh garlic but used roasted garlic powder instead. Had to make a double batch because it’s so addicting.
Cathy says
Awesome!
Sondra says
Can it be frozen?
Hayley says
Yum! So glad I went with this recipe on Pinterest. Just finished and it’s chilling in the fridge but I’m already in love! Bringing this to a Super Bowl get together tonight. My teams not in it (philly) but at least I’ve got my dilly! Thanks for sharing! Love the old bay with it, wow!
Cheryl Blair says
Just made this for a family get together tomorrow. It’s so good!!!! Never would have thought about using the dill pickles in a dip. Thanks
Cathy says
Yay!
Jess says
I made this and added diced ham. The ham pickle rollups are too putsy and this is so much easier!
Stephanie says
What do I do if it’s to salty?
Cathy says
Add more cream cheese.
Kristen says
Do you use regular dill pickles or gherkins? The recipe doesn’t specify…Thanks!
Cathy says
Regular.
Beth says
This was a total hit. My friends and I polished it off quickly. Everyone was a bit skeptical until their first bite. It is so different from most dips. I used the pretzels which I love anyway. This is a new regular. I had pinned it a while ago and should have made right away!
Brianna says
By far the most delicious dill pickle dip I have tried.
Cathy says
Thank you.
john says
I’ve tried other dill pickle dip recipes and yours is the best!
Cathy says
I’m glad you think so!
Ben says
I make this Dill Pickle Dip at least once a week.
Cathy says
You’re a star.
Betty says
By far the best dill pickle dip recipe on the web.
Cathy says
Thank you!
Robin says
What brand are those pretzels? Your dill pickle soup is amazing. I am going to make the dip now! Love Dill Pickles! I can’t wait to try out your other pickle recipes. The soup recipe I have made for at least 4 years! Love it and Thank you, it is a hit everywhere.
Cathy says
So happy to hear that. The pretzels are Called Pretzel Crisps and are in all the stores, in a blue bag.
Sara says
My daughter’s best friend is obsessed with pickles. I made this for the girls one day and it was a hit.
Cathy says
So glad! How nice of you to do that!
Ellie says
This dill pickle dip was super easy to make and it was gone in a flash. My kids are begging me to make it again today.
Cathy says
I love that!
winnie says
I am obsessed with this dill pickle dip recipe! I love all things pickle and this is my jam, it is absolutely amazing!