Cheddar Dill Pickle Dip: A Versatile Crowd-Pleaser You’ll Adore
A creamy, tangy dip packed with sharp cheddar, crunchy dill pickles, and fresh herbs. This addictive combination delivers the perfect balance of salty, cheesy, and briny flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings (about 3 cups) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¾ cup finely chopped dill pickles (plus 2 tbsp pickle juice)
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: ½ tsp cayenne for heat
Instructions
- Mix Base: Beat cream cheese, mayo, and sour cream until smooth.
- Add Flavors: Stir in cheddar, pickles, onion, dill, and spices. Adjust with pickle juice for desired consistency.
- Chill: Refrigerate at least 2 hours (overnight preferred) for flavors to meld.
- Serve: Garnish with extra dill and pickle slices. Pair with pretzels, chips, or veggies.
Notes
- Texture Tip: For extra crunch, add ¼ cup chopped celery
- Make Ahead: Tastes even better after 24 hours
- Lighter Option: Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream
- Storage: Keeps refrigerated for up to 1 week
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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