Breaded Fried Pickle Dip

A red baking dish filled with a breadcrumb-topped casserole, garnished with fresh rosemary and chopped herbs, with serving spoons inside.

Breaded fried pickle dip takes the tangy crunch of classic fried pickles and turns it into a scoopable appetizer. It’s creamy, bold, and packed with familiar dill flavor. Perfect for sharing, it works just as well for parties as it does for casual snacking.

Course Appetizer, Sauces and Spices, Sides

Cuisine American, International

Keyword breadcrumb, cream cheese, crunchy, dill, dill pickle, fresh dill, fried pickle dip, panko, panko breadcrumbs, pickle, pickle juice, potato chips, ranch seasoning, sour cream, toast

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Servings Servings

Calories 323kcal

Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

Ingredients

2 Cups Sour Cream
1 Tablespoon Butter
2 Cups Dill Pickles Chopped
2 Tablespoons Ranch Seasoning
1/2 Cup Breadcrumbs

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°Fahrenheit (200°Celsius) and set out all dip ingredients. Let the sour cream come to room temperature so it mixes smoothly.
Melt butter in a small pan and toast the breadcrumbs over medium heat until golden, stirring often. Set aside once crisp.
Stir together sour cream, chopped dill pickles, and seasonings until smooth and fully combined.
Spread the dip evenly into an oven-safe dish and sprinkle the toasted breadcrumbs on top. Add shredded cheese if desired.
Bake for 20 minutes until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden on top. Serve warm with crackers, veggies, or chips.

Video

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Notes

Use cold sour cream for easier mixing and a thicker texture. Let it sit at room temperature just a few minutes before blending so it stays rich and creamy.
Chop the pickles finely to make sure every bite has that perfect tangy crunch. Big chunks can make the dip watery or uneven.
Add a bit of pickle juice to boost flavor without overpowering the creamy base. Start with a teaspoon and adjust to your taste.
Add panko breadcrumbs or crushed chips just before serving for that satisfying “fried” texture. It gives the dip that signature crumb crunch without needing a deep fryer.

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