Dill Pickle Dip

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Dill Pickle Spears (chopped very small)
• 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened; microwave 30 seconds if needed)
• 1 cup Sour Cream
• 1 tablespoon Pickle Juice (optional, adds extra tang)
• 2 tablespoons Parsley Flakes
• 1 tablespoon Dried Dill
• 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion Powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried Chives
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (ground)
• 1 teaspoon Roasted Garlic (optional, adds crunch and depth)

Instructions

1. Chop Pickles

   Remove dill spears and spicy garlic dill chips from the jar, drain, and chop into very small pieces. Measure out ½‑¾ cup of chopped pickles and set aside.

   Time: PT5M

2. Soften Cream Cheese

   Place the block of cream cheese on a microwave‑safe plate and heat for 30 seconds, or until softened enough to stir.

   Time: PT30S

3. Combine Cream Cheese and Sour Cream

   In a mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese and 1 cup sour cream. Stir with a spatula until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.

   Time: PT2M

4. Add Pickle Juice (Optional)

   Stir in 1 tablespoon of pickle juice for extra tang, if desired.

   Time: PT1M

5. Prepare Homemade Ranch Seasoning

   In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp parsley flakes, 1 tbsp dried dill, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp onion powder, 1 tsp dried chives, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp roasted garlic (if using). Mix well.

   Time: PT2M

6. Incorporate Ranch Seasoning

   Add the seasoned spice blend to the cream cheese mixture and stir until fully incorporated and evenly colored.

   Time: PT1M

7. Fold in Chopped Pickles

   Gently fold the chopped pickles into the dip until evenly distributed.

   Time: PT2M

8. Rest (Optional)

   Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld. Serve immediately if short on time.

   Time: PT0M

9. Serve

   Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, garnish with extra chopped pickles or fresh chives if desired, and serve with veggies, pretzels, crackers, pita chips, or any snack of choice.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

120

Protein

2g

Carbohydrates

5g

Fat

10g

Fiber

0.5g