Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of tangy dill pickles and creamy ranch flavors with this irresistible Fried Pickle and Ranch Dip. Baked to golden perfection, this appetizer is a crowd-pleaser that pairs wonderfully with your favorite dippers.
Ingredients
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Main Dip:
- 1 cup chopped dill pickles
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Breadcrumb Topping:
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Garnish:
- Fresh dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a small baking dish.
- Prepare Dip: Combine pickles, cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, and cheddar cheese. Spread in baking dish.
- Top with Breadcrumbs: Mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and garlic powder. Sprinkle over the dip.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh dill if desired. Serve warm with crackers or chips.
Notes
- For extra tang, add 1–2 tablespoons of pickle juice to the dip mixture before baking.
- This can be made ahead and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 recipe
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
