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Fried Pickle and Ranch Dip

Fried Pickle and Ranch Dip: Your New Game Day Favorite

Satisfy your cravings with this easy and delicious Fried Pickle and Ranch Dip, perfect for game day or any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crunchy Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil substitute vegetable oil if preferred
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs regular breadcrumbs work too, but will be less crispy
  • 1 pinch Salt adjust according to taste
For the Creamy Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened, at room temperature
  • 1 cup Sour Cream can substitute with Greek yogurt if needed
  • 1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning or use homemade ranch seasoning
For the Flavor Burst
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles chopped, preferably dill
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill chopped, or dried dill if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Chives finely chopped, green onions also work
  • 1 tablespoon Pickle Juice juice from the pickle jar
  • ¼ teaspoon Additional Salt for seasoning adjustment

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in 1 cup of Panko breadcrumbs and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Season with salt and let cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat 8 oz of softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy. Add 1 cup of sour cream and blend until smooth.
  3. Add 1 packet of Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of pickle juice, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh dill, and 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh chives. Mix until well combined.
  4. Pat dry 1 cup of chopped dill pickles, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover tightly, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Before serving, fold in some of the toasted breadcrumbs and reserve some for topping. Garnish with additional chopped pickles and fresh dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal creaminess, allow the cream cheese to sit at room temperature for 2 hours. Only mix in breadcrumbs just before serving to maintain crunch.

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