Buffalo Pickle Dip For Game Day (Print View)

Tangy buffalo meets crunchy pickles in this creamy 10-minute dip perfect for any party spread.

# 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
13 - Extra chives

# Method:

01 - Beat cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise in medium bowl until completely smooth and creamy.
02 - Stir buffalo wing sauce and pickle juice into base mixture until fully incorporated.
03 - Gently fold chopped pickles, cheddar cheese, blue cheese, chives, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly distributed.
04 - Transfer dip to serving bowl and top with sliced pickles and additional chives if desired.
05 - Serve immediately with chips, pretzels, or vegetable sticks. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days.

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in literally ten minutes with zero cooking required
  • The pickle brine cuts through the rich creaminess so it never feels too heavy
02 -
  • Lumpy cream cheese will never fully smooth out once you add the other ingredients, so patience at the first step is non-negotiable
  • The dip thickens as it chills, so if you're making it ahead, let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving
03 -
  • Warm the dip gently in the microwave for about 30 seconds before serving — it makes the flavors pop and creates that irresistible just-melted texture
  • If your pickles are super salty, give them a quick rinse before chopping to keep the dip from becoming too briny

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