Fried Dill Pickle Dip

This Fried Dill Pickle Dip is cold and creamy with chopped dill pickles, ranch seasoning, and herbs—topped with a layer of hot, buttery breadcrumbs for bold flavor and texture.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword cold pickle dip, Dill Pickle Dip, dill pickle dip with breadcrumbs, dip with panko topping, easy party dip, Fried Dill Pickle Dip, ranch dill pickle dip

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings 1/2 cup servings

Calories 290kcal

Author Cathy Pollak

Equipment

measuring cups and spoons Measuring accuracy.
mixing bowls For combining all the ingredients.
rubber spatula To stir and mix the dip.
skillet Needed for toasting the breadcrumbs.

Ingredients

2 tbsps. (28 g) butter
1 cup (60 g) panko breadcrumbs
8 oz. (226 g) full-fat whipped cream cheese
1 cup (8 oz./226 g) full-fat sour cream
1 cup (150 g) chopped dill pickles
3 tbsps. (45 ml) dill pickle juice
1 tbsp. (about 1 g) chopped fresh dill
1 tbsp. (about 2 g) freshly minced chives
1 (1 oz./28 g) packet ranch seasoning

Instructions

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the panko and cook, stirring frequently, until golden and crisp. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
2 tbsps. (28 g) butter, 1 cup (60 g) panko breadcrumbs
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whipped cream cheese, sour cream, chopped dill pickles, pickle juice, dill, chives, and ranch seasoning. Stir until smooth and well mixed.
8 oz. (226 g) full-fat whipped cream cheese, 1 cup (8 oz./226 g) full-fat sour cream, 1 cup (150 g) chopped dill pickles, 3 tbsps. (45 ml) dill pickle juice, 1 tbsp. (about 1 g) chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp. (about 2 g) freshly minced chives, 1 (1 oz./28 g) packet ranch seasoning
Stir in half of the toasted breadcrumbs to give the dip a little crunch throughout.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and sprinkle the remaining toasted breadcrumbs over the top. Serve right away with chips, pretzels, or crackers.

Notes

Makes about 2½ to 3 cups of dip.
Use full-fat dairy for best texture and stability.
Homemade ranch seasoning can be substituted (3 tablespoons).
Do not freeze—this dip won’t hold up well.
The breadcrumb topping softens after chilling. If needed, toast up extra and add just before serving.
Make ahead by prepping the base and breadcrumbs separately, then combine right before serving.

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Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary based on the brands and products you use.

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