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Fried Pickle Dipwith Cottage Cheese

Recipe by Molly Thompson on InstagramAdded 27 October 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 5 to cook. A tangy, creamy dip that blends cottage cheese with the bright bite of dill pickles and a crunchy panko topping. Perfect for a quick 15‑minute appetizer, it offers a satisfying mix of savory and slightly acidic flavors that will wow any snack crowd.

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Fried Pickle Dip with Cottage Cheese by Molly Thompson, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, cream cheese, grated garlic, onion powder, kosher salt, pickle juice, diced dill pickles, chopped chives, and chopped dill. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well‑incorporated.

  2. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the panko bread crumbs and toast, stirring frequently, until they turn golden brown and fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.

  3. Fold the toasted panko crumbs into the dip, mixing just enough to distribute the crunch evenly.

  4. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate for a few minutes if you prefer it chilled, or serve immediately at room temperature.

  5. Enjoy the dip as a 15‑minute appetizer with crackers, chips, or fresh vegetable sticks.

Tips while you cook

Toast panko evenly
Melt butter and toast the panko bread crumbs, stirring frequently, until they turn golden brown, about 2–3 minutes.
Fold panko gently
Fold the toasted panko crumbs into the dip just enough to distribute the crunch evenly.
Chill if desired
Refrigerate the dip for a few minutes before serving if you prefer it chilled.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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