Mouthwatering Dill Pickle Cream Cheese Recipe
This Mouthwatering Dill Pickle Cream Cheese is a tangy and creamy spread perfect for bagels, crackers, or as a flavorful dip. Combining softened cream cheese with diced dill pickles, pickle juice, and fresh dill, this easy recipe delivers bursts of pickle flavor with every bite, enhanced by optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup of spread, serving 4-6 people 1x
- Category: Spread
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Spread Ingredients
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 2/3 cup diced dill pickles (about 6 spears)
- 1 1/2 tbsp pickle juice
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
- Salt, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Cream Cheese and Pickle Ingredients: Place the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl. Add the diced dill pickles, pickle juice, and finely chopped fresh dill on top of the cream cheese. These ingredients form the base of your flavorful spread.
- Mix Everything Together: Using a flat spatula or spoon, fold the cream cheese over the pickle mixture and gently pat it down. Continue mixing and folding until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated and the mixture looks uniform. Ensure the pickles are well distributed for bursts of flavor in every bite.
- Season and Serve: Taste the spread and adjust seasoning with salt and red pepper flakes as desired. Serve immediately on a bagel, crackers, or as a dip. Red pepper flakes are optional but add a nice subtle kick.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese for easier mixing and a smoother spread.
- Fresh dill adds brightness; dried dill can be substituted but use less.
- Add more or less pickle juice depending on how tangy you want the spread.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Great as a quick snack or appetizer for parties.
- Optional red pepper flakes can be omitted for a milder flavor.
Keywords: dill pickle cream cheese, pickle spread, creamy pickle dip, easy snack recipe, bagel spread, dill cream cheese
