This dill pickle cream cheese is one of my favorite things to schmear inside a toasted bagel. It's tangy, creamy, and packed full of pickle-y punch!
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What is Dill Pickle Cream Cheese?
This Dill Pickle Cream Cheese recipe is inspired by my last trip to New York.
I was waiting in line for a bagel and noticed they had pickle cream cheese.
As a pickle lover, I lit up and had to have it! To my delight, it was the best cream cheese i'd ever had.
Just imagine your favorite bagel, toasted to golden perfection, becoming the canvas for a generous schmear of dill pickle cream cheese.
This isn't just any flavored cream cheese though; it's a concoction where the rich, smooth texture of cream cheese meets the bold, briny zing of dill pickles, along with fresh dill and garlic powder.
Every bite is a delightful pickle packed treat that you will coming back for again and again.
It's the kind of schmear that doesn't just satisfy your hunger; it turns your meal into something you obsess over.
I hope you like it just as much as I do!
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Cream Cheese - Regular cream cheese works best. I haven't tested it on vegan cream cheese but if you do, let me know in the comments!
- High Quality Dill Pickles - Don't skimp on the pickles here. You should try to use a high quality fresh pickle like Grillos, Bubbies, or Clausen.
- Fresh Dill - If you don't have fresh dill, you can either leave it out of sub it for a little bit of dried dill.
- Garlic Powder - Garlic powder is recommended over fresh garlic but you could absolutely use fresh garlic that's turned into a paste if that's what you prefer.
How to make it
Making dill pickle cream cheese is super easy!
Just prep all of the ingredients and place them in a bowl.
Stir everything up until it's all combined and tasty.
Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
What goes with Dill Pickle Cream Cheese?
This dill pickle cream cheese is perfect for any breakfast spread! I recommend laying it out with some bagels and some of these tasty breakfast recipes:
- Hawaiian Roll Breakfast Sliders
- 15 Minute Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
- Eggslut Sandwich - Fairfax Inspired Breakfast Recipe
- Stuffed Hawaiian Roll French Toast Bake with Bacon & Brown Sugar
- Easy Sausage Gravy & Biscuits Recipe
- Shortcut Stuffed Bagels with Bacon Scallion Cream Cheese
- Gjusta Inspired Avocado Bagel
Frequently asked questions
What’s the best bagel to pair with Dill Pickle Cream Cheese?
Think of a bagel as your canvas and the dill pickle cream cheese as your paint. A classic everything or sesame bagel works wonders, letting the tangy cream cheese be the star of the show. But if you're feeling adventurous, try an asiago cheese bagel just like me for a cheesy pickly good time.
Can I add other ingredients to the Dill Pickle Cream Cheese for a twist?
Why, of course! Jazz it up by mixing in some garlic, pickled red onion, or even capers. You can even add ham to mimic the viral Minnesota sushi dip. This will take your schmear from simply sensational to downright divine, making your taste buds dance with joy.
How long can I store Dill Pickle Cream Cheese in the fridge?
Safety first, sweeties! Your homemade dill pickle cream cheese can comfortably chill in the fridge for up to a week. Just make sure it's in an airtight container to keep it fresh and ready for your next bagel adventure.
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Recipe
Dill Pickle Cream Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 8 oz block Cream Cheese room temp
- 1 cup High Quality Dill Pickles (such as Grillos) roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Dill
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a bowl and stir until combined.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
