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This Dill Pickle Dip is creamy, tangy, and the ultimate party dip for pickle lovers! Made with Greek yogurt, cream cheese, and sour cream for the perfect balance of creamy and zesty, it’s loaded with chopped dill pickles, fresh dill, sharp cheddar, and a touch of spice!
I am sneaking in one more appetizer before Super Bowl Sunday because you can never have enough dips! If you are looking for an entire list of Super Bowl Recipes, look no further. You can also find a list of all of the best appetizers as well.
If you love bold pickle flavor, creamy comfort food, and easy crowd-pleasing snacks, this Loaded Dill Pickle Dip is about to become your signature recipe. Tangy dill pickles, rich cream cheese, sharp cheddar, zesty ranch seasoning, and a hint of heat come together in one delicious dip.
If you are looking for a bold, crave-worthy appetizer that’s ridiculously easy to make, creamy dill pickle dip is the recipe you need in your life. If you love pickles, you are going to go crazy for this creamy pickle dip. It’s tangy, garlicky, ultra-creamy, and packed with real pickle flavor…exactly the kind of snack that disappears within minutes at parties, game days, and late-night hangouts.
This is one of those dips that is so unique, you will have people asking, “what is in this dip?!” It has all of the elements that make up a 5-star dip. The pickle obsession is real. This TikTok pickle dip has been trending. Pickled flavored everything is trending all over social media and in restaurants.
Why You Will Love This Recipe:
Packed with flavor: Creamy, tangy, cheesy, we add different spices and additions to max out the flavor for this party dip.
Easy to make: Comes together in minutes there is no baking required.
Perfect for parties: A crowd-pleasing appetizer for game day, BBQs, or holidays. You can dip whatever you want in this easy dip recipe!
Ingredients for Creamy Dill Pickle Dip:
- Greek Yogurt: Adds creaminess with a boost of protein.
- Cream Cheese: Gives that classic dip texture.
- Sour Cream: Balances the sharp flavors and makes the dip extra creamy.
- Dill Pickles: The star of the show, chopped for the perfect pickle punch in every bite. My favorite ones to use are Grillo’s pickles. I suggest using refrigerated pickles.
- Fresh Dill: Brings brightness. You can replace with dried dill as well.
- Crushed Red Pepper: Adds a subtle heat to balance the tang.
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese: Freshly grate to get the best creamy texture.
- Chipotle Hot Sauce: A smoky kick that takes it up a notch.
- Ranch Seasoning: I use the Hidden Valley packets that are found in the seasoning aisle of your grocery store.
- Garlic, Onion & Pepper Powder: Layers the flavor on.
I like to use Grillo’s pickles. Grillo’s are refrigerated, cold-brined pickles packed with real garlic, fresh dill, and crisp cucumbers and are not shelf-stable vinegar pickles.
That means the pickles have brighter, fresher flavor, better crunch in the dip, a garlicky dill taste, and cleaner ingredients. Using them instantly upgrades the dip.
How to make Easy Dill Pickle Dip:
- Beat the creamy base
Mix cream cheese, sour cream, and Greek yogurt until smooth. - Stir in flavor ingredients
Fold in chopped pickles, dill, cheddar, ranch seasoning, hot sauce, and spices. - Taste and adjust
Add more pickle brine, pepper, or heat if desired. - Chill for best flavor
Refrigerate at least 30–60 minutes so everything melds together. - Garnish and serve
Top with extra chopped pickles, dill, or cheddar before serving.
Tip!
For the best flavor, let your dip chill for at least an hour before serving. The longer it sits, the more the pickle and ranch flavors develop making it even more delicious the next day!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s):
1. Can I make this dip ahead of time?
Yes! This dip actually tastes even better after a few hours in the fridge as the flavors blend together.
2. What kind of pickles work best?
Use your favorite dill pickles — classic, garlic, or spicy! Avoid sweet pickles as they’ll change the flavor balance. My favorite pickle brands are Grillo’s and Claussen usually found in the refrigerated section!
3. Can I make it lighter?
Absolutely! Use light cream cheese and low-fat Greek yogurt for a lighter version without losing creaminess.
Easy Dip Recipes:
What do I serve with this pickle dip?
Serve with kettle potato chips, tortilla chips, pita chips, butter crackers, French bread slices, cucumber slices, or carrot sticks. You can also make my pretzel bites and use them to dip!
Storage:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days. Stir before serving again. This dip is not freezer-friendly because the dairy base can separate when thawed.
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Creamy Dill Pickle Dip
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Greek Yogurt (unflavored)
- (1) 8-ounce pkg. Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream
- 2 cups Refrigerated Dill Pickles * (chopped)
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Dill (diced)
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 packet Dry Ranch Dressing Mix (3 Tablespoons)
- 4 ounces Sharp Cheddar Cheese (grated)
- 1 to 2 Tablespoons Hot Sauce (I used Yellowbird hot sauce)
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- Pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Mix cream cheese, sour cream, and Greek yogurt until smooth. Fold in 1 2/3 cups of chopped pickles (reserving 1/3 cup for garnish), dill, cheddar, ranch seasoning, hot sauce, and spices.
- Taste and adjust. Add salt and pepper or more heat, as needed.
- Chill for the best flavor. Chill for at least 30-60 minutes so the flavors meld together.
- Garnish with extra 1/3 chopped pickles, fresh dill, or cheddar before serving.
- Serve with kettle potato chips, crackers, french bread pieces.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
