Description
This Creamy Dill Pickle Dip is a tangy, flavorful dip perfect for parties or casual snacking. Made with a blend of Greek yogurt, cream cheese, sour cream, and chopped dill pickles, it’s enhanced with fresh dill, sharp cheddar cheese, and a kick of hot sauce. The dry ranch dressing mix adds a savory depth, making this dip irresistibly creamy and zesty. Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or bread for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy Base
- 1 1/2 cups Greek Yogurt (unflavored)
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream
- 4 ounces Sharp Cheddar Cheese (grated)
Pickle and Herbs
- 2 cups Refrigerated Dill Pickles (chopped)
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Dill (diced)
Seasonings
- 1 packet Dry Ranch Dressing Mix (3 Tablespoons)
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 to 2 Tablespoons Hot Sauce (e.g., Yellowbird hot sauce)
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- Pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the Dairy Base: In a mixing bowl, blend together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and Greek yogurt until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating the base for your dip.
- Fold in Pickles and Seasonings: Gently fold in 1 2/3 cups of chopped dill pickles, reserving the remaining 1/3 cup for garnish. Add fresh diced dill, grated sharp cheddar cheese, dry ranch dressing mix, red pepper flakes, hot sauce, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the dip and adjust seasoning by adding salt, pepper, or more hot sauce to suit your taste preference.
- Chill to Meld Flavors: Cover and refrigerate the dip for at least 30 to 60 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify, enhancing the dip’s taste profile.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish the dip with the reserved chopped dill pickles, additional fresh dill, or extra grated cheddar cheese for an appealing presentation. Serve chilled with kettle potato chips, crackers, or pieces of French bread.
Notes
- For best flavor, allow the dip to chill for at least an hour before serving to let the flavors blend thoroughly.
- Adjust the hot sauce quantity according to your preferred spice level.
- Use refrigerated dill pickles for optimum crunch and flavor contrast.
- Try serving with a variety of dippers such as fresh vegetable sticks or pretzels for a different twist.
