These crazy-good bacon wrapped dill pickles are about to become your new appetizer obsession, especially when you’re looking for something seriously easy to whip up. Don’t be surprised when you spot guests making repeated trips to the appetizer table just for these savory, tangy bites!
What I absolutely love about this wrapped pickles recipe is the perfect balance of textures and flavors. The salty, crisp bacon complements the cool crunch of the pickle, while the creamy dill ranch sauce brings everything together. These small butes are perfect for game day, holiday parties, or a casual gathering!
If you agree with the saying “When in doubt, wrap it in bacon!” be sure to check out our bacon-wrapped recipes for more appetizers like candied bacon wrapped crackers, scallops wrapped in bacon, and bacon wrapped Little Smokies sausages.
Why You’ll Go Hog Wild for This Recipe
SO Much Flavor: Savory bacon and tangy pickles…need I say more?! The combination is flavor perfection. Plus, the creamy dill dip adds an extra layer of flavor and silky texture!
Bite-Sized Appetizer: Each pickle gets wrapped individually and cut into bite-sized pieces, making them ideal for grabbing and mingling.
Easy to Make: These bacon-wrapped pickles are the easiest appetizer I have ever made. With just a handful of common ingredients, you can make enough to feed a crowd in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients Notes
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1 cup sour cream – Full fat sour cream is best, since it offers the most flavor!
2 tablespoons ranch dip mix – Packed with herbs and seasonings that complement the pickles and bacon.
1 teaspoon dried dill weed – Add a little extra dill to tie together the ranch and pickles even more.
15 strips pre-cooked bacon – Pre-cooked bacon is the way to go here. It cooks quickly and is way easier to use than the raw version.
4 to 5 large dill pickles – Choose firm, whole dill pickles! We will cut them up into smaller pieces to make it easier to wrap and enjoy.
Equipment Needed
You just need a few common kitchen items to whip up these bacon wrapped dill pickles. Here’s what you’ll need:
A small mixing bowl.
A microwave-safe safe plate.
Paper towels.
Toothpicks.
Step by Step Instructions
STEP ONE: In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, ranch dip mix, and dill. Cover and refrigerate.
STEP TWO: Arrange the bacon strips on a double layer of paper towels on a heatproof plate. Microwave bacon on High temperature until it sizzles, about 30 to 45 seconds.
STEP THREE: Dry the pickles with paper towels. Starting at one end, wrap a strip of bacon around the pickle and spear with a toothpick. Cut the pickle even with both sides of the bacon and spear with a toothpick.
Move to paper towels and blot excess moisture. Repeat with remaining bacon and pickles.
STEP FOUR: Arrange the bacon wrapped pickles on a serving plate and serve with dill ranch sauce on the side.
How to Store Leftovers
Refrigerate leftover pickle bacon bites, tightly covered, and enjoy within 2 days.
Can I make these with sweet pickles?
Yes, you can totally make them with sweet pickles! In fact, you can make bacon wrapped pickles with sweet, spicy, or garlic pickles. Since bacon goes with literally anything, any pickle would be delicious here. You can also use dill pickle spears (instead of whole pickles) if you prefer!
Can these be served hot?
We like these appetizers at room temperature to keep the pickles crunchy. If you prefer, just before serving you can heat the appetizers in a 350 degree F oven until hot, turning over once during cooking, about 4 to 5 minutes.
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Bacon Wrapped Pickle Bites with Dill Ranch Dip
Equipment
- 1 microwave safe plate
- paper towels
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Toothpicks
Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons ranch dip mix
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- 15 strips pre-cooked bacon
- 4-5 large dill pickles
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, ranch dip mix, and dill. Cover and refrigerate.
- Arrange the bacon strips on a double layer of paper towels on a heatproof plate. Microwave bacon on High temperature until it sizzles, about 30 to 45 seconds.
- Dry the pickles with paper towels. Starting at one end, wrap a strip of bacon around the pickle and spear with a toothpick. Cut the pickle even with both sides of the bacon and spear with a toothpick. Move to paper towels to blot excess moisture. Repeat with remaining bacon and pickles.
- Arrange the bacon wrapped pickles on a serving plate and serve with dill ranch sauce on the side.
Notes
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Nutrition
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When I need a quick and easy appetizer recipe I know everyone will love, I turn to these bacon wrapped pickles. Using pre-cooked bacon makes them super fast to put together, and the dill ranch dip is a really tasty accompaniment.