Ingredients
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup dill pickles, drained, finely chopped and patted dry
- 1/2 cup dried beef, finely chopped (optional: briefly rinsed to reduce salt, then patted dry)
Instructions
- Remove cream cheese from the fridge and let sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes to soften; place softened cream cheese in a medium mixing bowl.
- Use an electric or hand mixer to beat the cream cheese until smooth and lump-free.
- Add sour cream to the bowl and beat until fully combined and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. For a smoother and fluffier base, continue beating until very fluffy (optional).
- Drain dill pickles well, finely chop, and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
- Finely chop dried beef; optionally rinse briefly under cold water to reduce saltiness, then pat dry.
- Gently fold chopped pickles and dried beef into the cream cheese and sour cream mixture until evenly mixed.
- Cover bowl and refrigerate dip for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, stir dip briefly and transfer to a serving bowl.
- If desired, loosen dip with 1–2 tablespoons sour cream or a splash of pickle juice to adjust the texture.
Notes
Ensure pickles and dried beef are thoroughly dried to prevent a watery dip., A hand mixer helps achieve a smooth, creamy texture., Chilling the dip for at least 2 hours improves flavor and texture., If dried beef is too salty, rinse briefly before use., Variations: Add shredded sharp cheddar cheese, garlic powder, ranch seasoning, finely chopped green onions, or fresh dill to enhance flavor., Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days., Not recommended to freeze as texture may separate., Use as sandwich spread, in celery sticks, or with chips and veggies as dippers., Dip is low-carb and can be served with keto-friendly dippers like cucumber slices, celery, or cheese crisps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: Approximately 70 kcal per 2-tablespoon serving
- Fat: Approximately 7 grams per serving
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 1 gram per serving
- Protein: Approximately 2 grams per serving