Dill Pickle Bites
These dill pickle bites are the easiest, quickest appetizer ever. Crispy phyllo cups get filled with creamy dill pickle dip and topped with a little chopped pickle for crunch. With just 3 ingredients and about 8 minutes, these pickle bites are perfect for parties, game days and last-minute guests.
Pickle lovers, you will also love my Turkey Club Melt Sandwich with dill pickles on the side.
Why You’ll Love These Dill Pickle Bites
- Only 3 ingredients.
- Ready in about 8 minutes.
- Creamy, crunchy and tangy.
- Perfect bite-size party food.
Ingredients for Dill Pickle Bites
The Bites
Phyllo bite cups, dill pickle dip and a finely chopped dill pickle for topping.
Dietary note: These bites are vegetarian. Check your dip label if you need them gluten free, since phyllo cups contain wheat.
How to Make Dill Pickle Bites
Step 1: Crisp the cups
Crisp the phyllo cups in the oven for 2 to 3 minutes according to the package.
Step 2: Fill
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of dill pickle dip into each cup.
Step 3: Top
Top with a little chopped dill pickle for extra crunch and flavor.
Carly’s Expert Tips
- Fill right before serving so the cups stay crispy.
- Use a piping bag for neat, fast filling.
- Pat the pickles dry so they do not make the cups soggy.
- Add fresh dill on top for color.
Make It Your Own
- Bacon: Top with crispy bacon bits.
- Spicy: Use spicy pickles or add a pinch of cayenne.
- Homemade dip: Mix cream cheese, sour cream, chopped pickles, pickle juice and dill.
- Mini toasts: Use crostini instead of phyllo cups.
Make-Ahead and Meal Prep: Make the dip up to 3 days ahead. Crisp and fill the cups right before serving.
What to Serve With Dill Pickle Bites
Serve with other party favorites like Mexican Street Corn Dip, Cowboy Caviar and Bourbon Peach Crockpot Meatballs.
Storing and Reheating
Filled cups are best eaten within a few hours.
Store leftover dip in the fridge for up to 5 days.
What People Ask About Dill Pickle Bites
Where can I buy dill pickle dip?
Look in the refrigerated dip section near the sour cream.
Can I make dill pickle bites ahead?
Make the dip ahead, but fill the cups right before serving.
Where do I find phyllo cups?
In the freezer aisle near the puff pastry.
Can I make my own dill pickle dip?
Yes. Mix cream cheese, sour cream, chopped pickles, pickle juice and dill.
Dill Pickle Bites
Ingredients
Method
- Crisp phyllo cups in the oven for 2-3 minutes, according to package instructions.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of dill pickle dip into each cup.
- Optional: Top with a small slice of chopped dill pickle for extra crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
Notes
- Adding a small slice of chopped dill pickle on top helps distinguish this appetizer from similar-looking ones.
