Buffalo Pickle Dip (Printable)

Tangy buffalo meets crunchy pickles in this creamy, quick-to-make dip ideal for serving with chips and veggies.

# What you'll need:

→ Dairy & Base

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise

→ Buffalo & Pickle Flavors

04 - 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
05 - 3/4 cup chopped dill pickles
06 - 2 tbsp pickle juice

→ Cheeses

07 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
08 - 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

→ Spices & Add-ins

09 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
10 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Garnishes

12 - Sliced pickles, extra chives

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until completely smooth and creamy.
02 - Stir in buffalo wing sauce and pickle juice until well combined and uniform in color.
03 - Gently fold in chopped pickles, cheddar cheese, blue cheese, chives, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly distributed.
04 - Transfer dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with sliced pickles and additional chives if desired.
05 - Serve immediately with chips, pretzels, or vegetable sticks. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in literally 10 minutes with zero cooking required
  • The pickle crunch creates this incredible texture contrast that keeps everyone coming back for just one more bite
02 -
  • Bringing the cream cheese to room temperature makes or breaks the texture — cold cream cheese leaves tiny lumps no amount of mixing can fix
  • The dip tastes infinitely better after sitting for at least an hour in the fridge, so don't be afraid to make it ahead
03 -
  • Squeeze your chopped pickles in a paper towel first if they seem especially juicy — too much extra liquid can make the dip slightly watery
  • Warm it in the microwave for 30 seconds and serve with crusty bread for an entirely different experience