Love those dill pickle wraps? The ones with the cream cheese and dried beef? Then this dip will have you grinning from ear to ear!
You know those dill pickle wraps? The ones with the dried beef, the cream cheese and the dill pickle in the middle? You wrap them, and slice them into little delicious “sushi roll” looking bites of yumminess. They are a hit at all of the parties!
Well, just in time for New Year’s Eve festivities I am bringing you this dip, it tastes just like those wraps, but SO much easier to prepare.
^ PIN It and KEEP It On Hand ^
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I have to give photo credit to my niece for this recipe. Don’t you just love her Star Shaped Dip Bowl?
This past weekend, we had Christmas dinner at my in-laws, and everyone pitched in. I was on desserts, my nieces were on appetizers. Leah told me she was making this yummy dip, and I asked her to snap a picture. Don’t you just want to grab a spoon?
All you need are three ingredients, and a box of crackers for serving!
Chop up your dried beef and your dill pickles and cream your cream cheese until smooth using your mixer. Fold in pickles and dried beef, and Ta-Da — Dip is made.
This dip has gone crazy lately — so much talk about what to use as far as meat goes – I use one kind and ONE KIND only. I buy Hormel DRIED BEEF
This is what it looks like, it’s sold buy the deli meat in the refrigerated section. I hope this helps! I know that people have purchased the kind in the jar. Personally I have never used it. I am told it is rather salty? Some say they rinse it before using it and it’s been fine. I have always used this one kind and had success every time.
This stuff is seriously addicting. It vanishes right before your eyes. It quickly became an overnight sensation on my blog. The first week I posted it, the traffic was so heavy it actually shut my blog down!
20+ Dang Delicious Dips
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Dill Pickle Dip
Love those dill pickle wraps? The ones with the cream cheese and dried beef? Then this dip will have you grinning from ear to ear!
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 9 ounces dried beef, chopped
- 16 ounces baby dill pickles
- Crackers for serving
Instructions
Using your mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth.
Fold in pickles and dried beef. Chill until ready to eat.
Serve over crackers. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 335Total Fat: 27gSaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 1432mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 0gSugar: 4gProtein: 18g
Nutrition isn't always accurate.
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If you make this recipe, I’d love to know! Snap a picture, share the photo on social media with the hashtag #AnAffairFromTheHeart – I’d love to see what you made! – Michaela
Lisa says
Is dried beef like beef jerky?
Michaela Kenkel says
No. Not at all. You will find it by the lunch meat at the grocery store. It’s in a plastic package typically. If you google it, you can see a photo. I buy Hormel usually. 🙂
Ramanda Cornnor says
I was about to ask the same thing,but thanks for the information. Ramanda
betty alvey says
They also have it in a small jar on the isle that has tuna, canned chicken, etc.
Leisa says
Yes but you need to rinse if you buy in the jars because it is very salty. The beef in the sandwich isle is not. We use it to make chip beef gravy.
Ruth says
It is in a jar in the section with the canned meats at our Winn Dixie stores.
Joan says
I use the dried beef in the little glass jar.
nca818 says
It also is called Buddig Beef…it is in the packaged lunch meat aisle
Heather Riggs says
What about shredded chicken if you didn’t want to use beef?
Michaela Kenkel says
I have never used chicken.
Deb says
I buy mine in jars. It is by the tuna, etc.
Eileen says
I googled like you said and everything that came up by hormel was in a jar. Can you send me the picture of what you use? Those packages by the lunch meat I don’t think they are dried. Do they say dried on the package?
Michaela Kenkel says
Emailed you!!
Pam says
dries beef is in the can food isles it salted so you need to rinse really well I use it for a different recipe all the time
Danni says
Easier and cheaper to buy in the sandwiche meat packets about $1.25 pkg
Carol says
The kind in the sandwhich meat is a totally different product. Dried beef is in a jar in the canned meat section. They totally taste different.
Brenda McClain says
I find it with canned chicken & tuna. I soak it in hot water (it’s VERY salty) then make a cream sauce & serve on toast or biscuits. YUM
Michaela Kenkel says
Brenda- we had that when I was a kid!
Sherrie says
That is delicious. As a kid , mom called it sos, when I was older she called “shit on a shingle”
Sandy says
Your husband. ..dad…uncle…was in the service ask them what they called chipped beef gravy. SOS…..use your imagination. Love it
Barry Williams says
I’ve loved it all my life and also generally get it in the jar or in the plastic bag — most generally the jar. HOWEVER — I always thought the jokingly referred to SOS was because of it being a relatively inexpensive thing UNTIL I had it in basic training!!! That is TRULY S*** on a shingle — bears no resemblance in taste, smell, appearance or ANYTHING with what I had when I was a kid. It was greasy, looked like anything BUT dried beef — (it was like 6 year old greasy hamburger) and served on half-toasted old bread. Took me six months of eating my GOOD REAL STUFF when I came back home to get that other CRAP out of my mind and memory. The real stuff is delicious. We served it on biscuits or GOOD toast — I fix mine with a “little butter” – (BUTTER) — half-and-half or cream and some whole milk. DELICIOUS.
Joanne Titus says
why do you soak it? it is suppose to be salty…
Michaela Kenkel says
I use the kind in the package. Not sure.
Carrie Dixon says
Cream Chipped Beef! Grew up eating it, and I still have it on ocassion! Yum!
Stefannie Eddlemon says
I use the budding beef in the lunch meat section. Less salty/better flavor.
Tonya Sorensen says
The Carl Budding package is a package labeled “corned beef” . The Hormel jar is “dried beef” and IS very salty and more expensive.
Carol says
You can find it in the same section as canned meats, i.e., cocktail sausages. It can be used for creamed dried beef over toast. Yummy!
MJ says
I have used deli ham thin slices, with cream cheese spread on them then wrapped around a Claussen Dill Pickle found by the meats , refrigerated and crisp. I would just chop this all for this dip.
MJ
Angie says
I’m allergic to beef so thank you for this alternative.
Shell says
That is the same way I make mine!
Happy Hanna says
No you can get it in small packages in the lunch meat section
Vicky Baker says
Buddig is a brand of it. It is usually in the refrigerated section where lunch meats like bologna are. Budding makes the beef, ham, and and few others in packages.
Ruth says
MMMM Sounds so good & EASY. Thanks Michaela!
Michaela Kenkel says
my pleasure!
Teri Giese says
Likes. those pickle wrap things, not made in years, as a pain to roll.Had a “why did I not think of that?! “moment. May sound like a weird combo,but gotta try it. Meaning the dip and the Rollins or? Anyway,thanks for the recipe and Happiest of New. Year!!
Michaela Kenkel says
Enjoy! 🙂
Adam J. Holland says
This looks like a fun and delicious dip! Thanks, Michaela and Happy 2016!
Michaela Kenkel says
Thanks, Adam! Right back at cha!
Lorie says
I use dill pickle relish! ????
Michaela Kenkel says
Good idea!
Stefannie Eddlemon says
I love this idea!
Cathy brault says
Where do you find dill pickle relish is that just pickle relish?
Michaela Kenkel says
Yes, it’s right with the sweet.
Alli says
You can also use diced ham instead of dried beef!
Brandy Sasser says
I was going to ask that question, because I have had the rollups with ham.
Nichole says
We use dill pickle relish saves on chopping pickles 🙂
Michaela Kenkel says
Brilliant!
MommaLou says
dried beef in the jar by the canned goods is not the same as the dried beef in the package.
Michaela Kenkel says
I used the kind in the package.
Carol says
Didn’t know that. what’s the difference? I shall have to look for the package
Michaela Kenkel says
I have never used the jar kind. From what I gather it’s way saltier? I always use the package.
Joanne Titus says
yes it is
gmarx says
i use chopped ham, just like the wraps use, not beef. very good!
Mary Marusak says
Can you make this a day ahead of time ?
Michaela Kenkel says
Sure thing! Just refrigerate it. 🙂
Mary Marusak says
Can you make this a day ahead of time ?
Donna says
What’s the best kind of crackers to use for the dill pickle dip?
Michaela Kenkel says
We had an assortment. Ritz, Club and Wheat crackers. It’s really your preference. 🙂
Donna says
Ok. Thank you.
Heidi says
I think that Bagel Chips would work too
Chasidy says
I use ham and a dash of garlic salt. Very yummy!!
Kelly Watkins says
It’s called beef budding! Usually in the cool sections by lunch meats or dairy section i believe.
Sherri O says
This is in the cold cut section…..this is the better one than ones in a can…
Mickey says
I love ham roll ups, this might taste like it if we substitute ham for the dried beef. Looks good!
Vickie says
Dont care for dill pickles can sweet be used??
Michaela Kenkel says
I suppose you could try it? Let me know if it’s good!
Kelly M says
We always made it with sliced ham, not beef.
Also, green onions added or in place of pickles is good as well!
Carol says
This is also good made with hard salami instead of the beef
Kendra says
If someone doesn’t like pickles, another yummy option is substituting finely sliced green onions for the pickles!
Carol says
Oh Yes–I am well aware of what they called it in the service. My husband didn’t care for it then, but he didn’t mind mine and he didn’t call mine that!! HA!
gail says
from the picture I can’t identify the red stuff, no mention in recipie, could it be red onions
Michaela Kenkel says
No? Only three ingredients. Cream cheese, dill pickles and dried beef. All in the recipe. What you’re seeing and calling red is the dried beef.
Marcia Dykema says
I added one green onion chopped then spread the whole mixture on a flour tortilla rolled up wrap in plastic wrap over night then slice and serve was great.
Michaela Kenkel says
Great idea!
J Drohan says
What is the dried beef in a package called? I’m not familiar with that product. I bought 3 of the jars, 2.25oz each, was afraid to use more bc of the salt content. Will soak first, but not going out to buy something different. Just wondering for next time.
Michaela Kenkel says
I have never used the kind in the jar. It’s still called dried beef in the package. You will find it by the lunch meat.
Dawn McCarrell says
When making pickle rollups I use corned beef or pastrami from the deli sliced thin. So much more flavor and without the salt from jarred beef.
Tracie Sanderlin says
I’ve always made my pickle rolls with hard salami. I bet any way you make it normally would worked chopped up. I’m going to try this for Christmas or New Years.
Michaela Kenkel says
That would work too!
Roxanne says
Just made it.. tasty pretty salty..I used the dried beef in a jar.
Michaela Kenkel says
I have never used the beef in the jar — those who have mentioned they rinsed it first?
Marcia says
I like the roll ups with prosciutto. This sounds like a fun dip. I think I’ll try it with prosciutto.
Jacqui rayment says
I think you could put any meat or fish in this basic mixture dill pickle goes great with smoked salmon and prawns also smoked mackerel diced leftover turkey duck chicken just use your imaginations make it your own happy cooking !
AFMomXs2 says
I always make turkey roll ups using thin sliced deli turkey. Usually the store brand , where bologna and other packaged lunch meats are.
Will that work with this recipe?
Michaela Kenkel says
You could sure try it. I’ve used different meats but the dried beef in the package ( not the jar) is my favorite!!
Audrey Woods says
I use mini cubed ham, and sometimes through in shredded sharp cheddar! Yummy!
Linda Tower says
I made this and used Hormel beef, not dried beef and it is much better when you use dried beef. I wasn’t thinking. Be sure you get dried beef and the relish idea is great as long as it isn’t sweet relish
marsha says
could you use chopped shrimp instead of the beef or hame….
Michaela Kenkel says
I haven’t–if you try it let me know!
Shirley shaw says
My daughter and I made this a few weeks ago. Her boy friend wanted the wraps I said why don’t we just make a cheese ball with chopped pickles. We add green onions and Worcestershire sauce. It very good.
Susan says
No time to chop Pickles? Use dill relish instead. Makes the dip a little softer.
Judy L Paczkowski says
Why dried beef? I’ve never worked with it or eaten it. I guess I’m missing something. I’ve always used ham for my roll ups. Square deli style. This was the first appetizer I ever learned, taught by my sister. 65 now, so I’ve been making them for years. Parties (a LOT), dinners, and just because we love them, so I make them to have.
I have always used green onions and love the combination of flavors. Many times I have also made up a couple of rolls with pickles. I went and bought ingredients today because I’m in the mood. Thanks for sharing.
Michaela Kenkel says
Hi, Judy! I just have always made them that way. We love dried beef. It’s a little saltier, but it’s good. Maybe give the dip a try and see what you think?
Billy says
This looks great! I love dill pickle dip. I’m definitely going to make this for the next get together I have! Thank you for sharing!
Michaela Kenkel says
You are most welcome!! I hope you like it!
Lori says
Add dill pickle juice, Worcestershire sauce and sour cream. Ham can be used in place of chipped beef.
Peggy says
A quick tip: use well drained dill pickle relish instead of chopping up pickles!
Diane says
I will be making this, but since I don’t eat red meat will be using a thin sliced smoked or roasted turkey.
Michaela Kenkel says
I would love to hear how that turns out?!
Kim G says
I grew up enjoying these roll ups but we always used thick sliced honey ham instead of the beef. Going to try this recipe tomorrow with the ham for a new twist on a family favorite. Looking forward to it; thanks for the idea of an easy dip.
Michaela Kenkel says
You are so welcome, Kim! It’s SO EASY! It’s hard to go back to the wraps! 🙂
Daniel says
Love the recipe… I have also tried it with ham, added a little dried dill and it is amazing. Thanks for sharing!
Jo says
I have a lot of this leftover from Super Bowl Sunday. Any ideas as to what I can do with it? I’d hate to throw it out!
Michaela Kenkel says
It makes a really good sandwich spread!! Like on bagels for lunch?
Melissa Comstock says
I have made this but i replace the dried beet with either bacon bits or honey ham. We always run out.
Randi says
We do this, but use dill pickle relush to save time.
Michaela Kenkel says
I have done that too! It is a good time saver for sure!
Elizabeth says
Do you think this would be good with an envelope of Ranch Dressing Mix added?
Michaela Kenkel says
Actually it might! I’m not sure if I’d use the whole packet though? Maybe add a bit at a time. Will you let me know if it’s good?
Heather says
We use to make the rolls 30ish years ago for family Christmas parties, we also used ham. I am so ready to try this as a dip. Just a note though, if you throw the pack of meat in the freezer it cuts a lot easier when frozen.
Jeanne says
I use honey ham slices and chop them up.
Carol Spencer says
Thank you for the info on the dried beef and the brand name. I try to watch my salt and probably would have bought the jar beef.
Thanks again.
Michaela Kenkel says
Of Course, Carol!
Jean Zerwas says
Rye Cocktail bread would be amazing with this for a spread. Also, salmon would be good for the non-meat eaters.
Michaela Kenkel says
I have heard of people
Using salmon! I’m happy you found something new to try!
Sue Hanley says
Can you use ham? Same amt.?
Pickle relish?
Michaela Kenkel says
I have heard of people using ham! If you use the relish, just drain some of the juice off. I think it gets too runny otherwise.
Rita Riley says
Can someone tell me the easiest way to cut up the dill pickles and meat? Do you do it by hand or do you use a food processor? I want to serve this for our Christmas and don’t want to mess it up!
Michaela Kenkel says
Rita- I just chop with a knife. I think a good processor would be too much. You can’t mess it up! ? enjoy!!
Jon says
I have always made mine with half sour pickles and pastrami, not dried beef. Something to try if you can’t find dried beef!
Ann says
I used the “Buddig” brand. By the refrigerated lunch meat at Kroger.
LaLa says
The package of Hormel Dried Beef is 2.5 oz. You have to buy 3-4 packages to make this dip? Not very affordable??
Michaela Kenkel says
Yes. That’s what it calls for. If you want to try it, make a smaller batch. You could use less meat, but we don’t like it that way as much.
michele says
this is out go to dip for tailgating! easy peasy and delicious… — THANK YOU!!
Millie Green Rocheleau says
It does not say to but surely you chop the dill pickles-correct?
Michaela Kenkel says
Yes! I didn’t realize it didn’t say that part?
Tina says
I put garlic and pickle juice in mine to give it more flavor. Everybody loves it,!!
Peggy says
Can you use corn beef???
Michaela Kenkel says
I haven’t tried that, but that would be GOOD! Love corned beef!
Kathy says
I have been making this awesome dip for years. I also use miracle whip blended in with the cream cheese and sprinkle garlic powder to taste. I also use dill pickle relish instead of chopping up the pickles, and just squeeze out as much of the juice as possible. Much simpler to make! Enjoy
Connie says
We do this same thing with Polish Lollipops or something call them Polish Roses. The green onion wrapped in the cream cheese and dried beef. It makes a great spread, not as strong of an onion taste in your mouth.
Michaela Kenkel says
I need to look into these!! I am Polish and I haven’t tried that!
Mandy says
I remember my mom adding garlic powder and a bit of pickle juice too. So delicious!
Jennifer Steigerwald says
I made it, love it, but have too much remaining and would like to use it for a party next month. Will this dip freeze well for later use? Thanks!
Michaela Kenkel says
Happy you liked it! I have not ever frozen it, myself. Sometimes cream cheese gets a little weird in the freezer. I think it would be worth the shot? Will you let me know how it works? I’d love to add that to the post for others if you are successful. 🙂 This might sound crazy – but it’s really good on bagels and sandwiches, too!
Monica says
What is dried beef???
Michaela Kenkel says
I buy the kind in the package that is by the deli meat in the store. I use the Hormel brand. They also make it in a jar but beware, because it’s A LOT saltier. I would recommend rinsing it before you use the jarred kind.
Kim says
This dip is seriously soo good! I found a low sodium dried beef and then I added a couple spoonfuls of the pickle juice just cause I love pickles ?…creamy and delicious!
Michaela Kenkel says
I am thrilled you love it!! It’s our favorite!
Jenn says
I love love this dish! It’s my go-to whenever I need to take a dish to share, and people always ask for the recipe!
Michaela Kenkel says
Thanks for sharing that with me!
Anita says
I cannot believe how easy and yet utterly delicious this dip is. And all from 3 simple ingredients! I’ll be making this again and again from now on. 🙂
Michaela Kenkel says
I am so happy that you liked it! 🙂
Deborah Clary says
Can I freeze your dill pickle dip?
Michaela Kenkel says
I have actually never tried it. Sometimes when you freeze things with cream cheese the cream cheese gets kind of funky when it defrosts again. I’m sorry I am not of more help, but we just never have any left! 😉 It’s super good on bagels and sandwiches if you are looking to use another way? If you try it, would you let me know how it goes?
Gail says
I made this for a gathering. It made so much! I would cut the recipe in half the next time. It was also very salty. I added sour cream to help dilute the salt. I used the dried beef in a jar. I would definitely rinse the beef more to get rid of some salt.
Michaela Kenkel says
The dried beef in the jar is SO SALTY. I always use the kind in the package.
Suzanne says
This looks so good! I bet this one won’t last long at a party!
Donna says
Hi,
Would you be able to freeze batches of this dip?
Thank you,
Donna
Michaela Kenkel says
Donna – I haven’t ever frozen it, because in my experience, cream cheese gets a little funky when it’s frozen. I always assumed that the dip would do the same thing?
Angie says
Any ideas what to serve it with besides shredded wheat crackers
Michaela Kenkel says
You can eat with any crackers that you like! It’s also delicious on raw veggies like celery or carrots, or even toasted bread. We eat the leftovers slathered on bagels! 😉
Sue says
I am not a fan of dried beef so I use Buddig honey ham or their plain ham packages.
Heidi says
Love the 4.5 oz jars of this dried beef! Armour Brand. Just pop the top, fill with warm water and let sit for about 5 minutes. Pour out the water, fill again and pour water out. Remove beef slices (the are round) and squeeze out excess water. Eat one slice – to be sure the salt is mostly out – but some salt flavor should remain. Then tear it up or cut with scissors and add to your dip. YUM YUM! This is the same stuff I use in my Rye Bread Boat dip – and save the glass for drinking!
Heidi Sanchez says
So one jar of the beef and 16oz pickles and 16oz cream cheese? Or are you cutting the recipe in half?
Michaela Kenkel says
No? I didn’t cut in half. I use the dried beef in the package. These measurements are correct. 🙂