Hot Cheesy Fried Pickle Dip (Printable View)

Cream cheese, cheddar, dill pickles, and spices combine in this hot, bubbly, savory crowd-pleaser.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base

01 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream

→ Cheese and Pickles

03 - 1 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
04 - 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

→ Seasonings

05 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
09 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
10 - 1 tablespoon pickle juice (optional)
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

12 - Chopped fresh dill

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) for optimal baking temperature.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth and creamy.
03 - Fold in chopped dill pickles, shredded cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill weed, cayenne pepper, and pickle juice if using.
04 - Add salt and freshly ground black pepper, mixing well to thoroughly combine flavors.
05 - Stir the mixture until all components are evenly distributed.
06 - Spread the mixture evenly into an oven-safe dish.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the surface is bubbling.
08 - Remove from the oven and allow dip to cool briefly before garnishing.
09 - Sprinkle top with freshly chopped dill.
10 - Serve hot alongside chips, bread slices, or raw vegetables for dipping.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - For best texture, bring cream cheese to room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth, uniform dip.

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