Description
Crispy Fried Pickle Dip is a crunchy, creamy, and smoky appetizer that balances the tangy zest of fried pickles with smooth (plant-based) creaminess and savory smoked turkey bacon. Perfect for parties or casual get-togethers, this dip is easy to make, customizable, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fried pickles, bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup (plant-based) cream cheese
- 1/4 cup natural mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup smoked turkey bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded (plant-based) cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon natural garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon natural onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fried Pickles: Cut pickles into bite-sized pieces, lightly coat them in seasoned flour, then fry until golden and crispy. This provides the dip’s essential crunchy texture.
- Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: Fry the smoked turkey bacon until perfectly crisp, then chop into small pieces to add smoky, savory depth to the dip.
- Mix the Creamy Base: In a bowl, combine the (plant-based) cream cheese, natural mayonnaise, natural garlic powder, natural onion powder, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and evenly blended for a rich creamy base.
- Add Cheese and Aromatics: Fold in shredded (plant-based) cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and smoked turkey bacon. Mix gently to combine without breaking down the crispy pickle pieces.
- Assemble and Chill: Gently fold the crispy fried pickles into the mixture last, preserving their crunch. Transfer to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- Use fresh pickles for optimal tang and crunch.
- Cook smoked turkey bacon just crisp enough to avoid dryness.
- Chill the dip before serving to firm up texture and meld flavors.
- Fold fried pickles in gently to maintain their crispy texture.
- Add natural gelling agent if needed for perfect consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying and Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: crispy fried pickle dip, plant-based dip, party appetizer, smoky dip, creamy dip, vegetarian appetizer, snack
