This Dill Pickle Dip is sour cream and mayonnaise stirred together with chopped baby dill pickles, a splash of pickle juice, dried dill, garlic powder, and onion powder. It tastes like a dill pickle in creamy dip form: tangy, salty, and herby, with crunchy bits of pickle all through it. It takes 10 minutes to mix and 20 minutes to chill, and it makes about 2 1/2 cups, enough for a party bowl with chips, crackers, or veggies.
You’ll need just 30 minutes to throw this together. Mix up some sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped dill pickles, and a few seasonings, and that’s pretty much it. Let it chill for 20 minutes, and it’s good to go.
Pair it with fresh veggies, chips, crackers, or bread cubes. It’s also great as a sandwich spread or as a topping for burgers if you want to change things up. If you like a creamy dip for a party, my Caramelized Onion Dip and Beer Cheese Dip are two more to put out with it.
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💛 Why you’ll love this recipe
- Quick and easy to make, ready in 30 minutes including the chill time.
- Simple ingredients you probably already have on hand.
- Easy to make a day ahead, so it is ready when people arrive.
- Stays fresh in the fridge for a few days, making leftovers just as great.
➡️ Ingredients
⏲ How to make this dill pickle dip recipe
This is an overview of the recipe’s instructions. The full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Recipe Tip
When chopping the pickles, aim for small, even pieces so they mix evenly into the dip.
- Combine Sour Cream and Mayonnaise: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add sour cream and mayonnaise. Stir until well combined.
- Add Chopped Pickles: Fold in chopped pickles to the sour cream and mayonnaise mixture.
- Mix in Pickle Juice: Pour in pickle juice and stir to incorporate.
- Season the Dip: Add dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Chill: For best flavor, cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Transfer dip to a serving dish, garnish with additional chopped pickles and fresh dill, then serve with bread cubes, chips, crackers, and/or fresh vegetables.
👉 Ingredient substitution suggestions
- Sour Cream: Swap with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor.
- Mayonnaise: Light mayo or avocado-based mayo works too.
- Pickle Juice: Use the brine from pickled jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Dill: Fresh dill can be used instead of dried; just double the amount.
✨ Variations
- Spicy: Stir in a pinch of ground cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños for some heat.
- Cheesy: Fold in shredded cheddar cheese or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Creamier: Add a little cream cheese for an extra-rich texture.
- Herby: Mix in chopped fresh parsley or chives for more freshness.
〰️ How to serve
- With Dippers: Potato chips, crackers, bread cubes, or pretzel bites.
- Veggies: Carrot sticks, celery, cucumber slices, or bell pepper strips.
- Sandwich Spread: Use it as a spread on wraps or burgers.
💬 FAQs
Can this dip be made in advance?
Yes, you can make it up to 1 day in advance for the best flavor and texture. While it can be stored longer, the pickles may release extra liquid over time, slightly thinning the dip. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge, and give it a quick stir before serving. Add any garnishes, like chopped pickles or fresh dill, just before serving for the freshest look and flavor.
How should the dip be stored?
The dip can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep it in an airtight container, and if you’ve garnished it, you might want to add fresh garnishes just before serving.
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Dill Pickle Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup chopped baby dill pickles
- 1 Tablespoon pickle juice
- 1 Tablespoon dried dill weed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnishes:
- Chopped pickles
- Fresh dill weed
Serving Suggestions:
- Bread cubes
- Chips
- Crackers
- Fresh vegetables
Instructions
- Combine Sour Cream and Mayonnaise: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add sour cream and mayonnaise. Stir until well combined.
- Add Chopped Pickles: Fold in chopped pickles to the sour cream and mayonnaise mixture.
- Mix in Pickle Juice: Pour in pickle juice and stir to incorporate.
- Season the Dip: Add dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Chill: For best flavor, cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Transfer dip to a serving dish, garnish with additional chopped pickles and fresh dill, then serve with bread cubes, chips, crackers, and/or fresh vegetables.
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