Pickle Dip Bacon Rollups Recipe
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These Pickle Dip Bacon Rollups take a mid-century party staple and dial it up with that viral pickle dip as its filling. Mt. Olive Kosher Baby Dills chopped up and folded into a creamy, garlicky, jalapeño ranch dip, then rolled up inside a thin layer of bread wrapped in bacon. Lay out the spread and put on a rockabilly record already!
You know how every party has That One Thing — the dish people crowd around before the host even sets it down? These are that dish. The pickle dip filling is genuinely dangerous to have near a chip bowl — whipped cream cheese, Greek yogurt, sour cream, sharp cheddar, fresh dill, and jalapeño ranch mix all folded together with a whole jar of finely chopped baby dills. It’s tangy, creamy, and garlicky with just enough heat from the jalapeño ranch to keep things interesting.
What makes these pickle dip bacon rollups special is the layers. The bread gets rolled flat and tight like a little sleeping bag, keeping the filling contained while the bacon wraps around the outside and crisps up in the oven. You get crunch, chew, and that creamy pickle dip center all in one bite. Party food that looks like you really tried — and, okay, you kind of did, but it’s worth it.
PREP TIME
40 mins
COOK TIME
40 mins
SERVINGS
18
Ingredients
- 8 oz whipped cream cheese
- 1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp freshly chopped dill
- 1 pk Jalapeño Ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar
- 1 Tbsp hot sauce
- 24 oz jar Mt. Olive Kosher Baby Dills, finely chopped
- 18 pieces of bacon, cut in half
- 18 pieces of white bread
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:
Pickle Dip Bacon Rollups
- To make Pickle Dip: Add cream cheese, yogurt, sour cream, garlic, dill, dressing mix, cheddar, and hot sauce to large bowl. Mix until well-combined. Fold in pickle.
- Preheat oven to 350ºF.
- To roll Pickle Dip Bacon Rollups: Decrust each bread piece while making sure to cut the piece into a square (doesn’t have to be perfect). Then, working one piece of bread at a time, pass a rolling pin over bread twice in both directions (away from you and toward you + side to side) so that bread is flat and even. Slice each rolled out piece of bread in half. Smear each half bread piece with pickle dip (be sure not to add too much—otherwise it’ll squeeze out when you roll it). Roll bread like a sleeping bag, then hold roll-up at the seam. Wrap with a half piece of bacon. Thread a toothpick through the bacon where its seam is so that the roll-up holds together. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining bread pieces and bacon.
- To cook Pickle Dip Bacon Rollups: Bake in oven on an oven-safe wire rack at 350ºF for 35-40 mins, or until bacon is turning golden and beginning to get crispy. Be sure to flip roll-ups halfway through. Remove from oven and let cool for a few mins. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
How to Nail Your Pickle Dip Bacon Rollups
The bread needs to be thin — like, really thin. Run your rolling pin over each piece twice in both directions before you do anything else. White sandwich bread compresses surprisingly well and creates that tight, chewy layer that holds the dip in. Skip this step and you’ll end up with a puffy, loose rollup that won’t hold its shape.
Less filling than you think. When you’re smearing on the pickle dip, you want a generous-but-restrained layer — if you can see the bread through the dip, add a little more. If the dip is pooling at the edges? Take some off. Overfilling is the number one reason these rollups fall apart in the oven.
The toothpick is load-bearing. When you wrap the bacon around the rollup, thread your toothpick right through the bacon seam — not beside it, through it. This keeps both the bacon and the bread roll from unspooling as the rollup cooks and everything starts to get slippery from the heat.
Wire rack over pan liner is non-negotiable. Baking these on an oven-safe wire rack lets heat circulate around every side, so the bacon crisps up evenly instead of steaming against the pan. Flip halfway through and you’ll get golden, even color all the way around.
Make-Ahead and Storage Tips
The pickle dip can be made up to 3 days ahead. Keep it covered in the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before spreading — cold dip doesn’t spread as smoothly and can tear the flattened bread. The flavor actually improves as everything melds together overnight.
You can assemble the rollups up to 24 hours in advance. Once rolled and toothpicked, lay them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until ready to bake. Pull them out about 15 minutes before you preheat the oven — they bake best when they’re not fridge-cold.
Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 2 days. They won’t be as crispy reheated, but a few minutes in the air fryer or a 375°F oven brings them back close. Microwave works in a pinch — just know you’re sacrificing the bacon crunch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I air fry pickle dip bacon rollups instead of baking?
Yes — air fryer works great here. Cook at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Keep an eye on them because air fryer models vary; you want the bacon golden and just starting to crisp at the edges.
What can I substitute for the jalapeño ranch dressing mix?
Regular ranch dressing mix works fine if you want less heat — you’ll still get that creamy, herby flavor without the kick. For a DIY version, combine garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried chives, and a pinch of cayenne.
Can I use different pickles in the filling?
Definitely. The recipe calls for Mt. Olive Kosher Baby Dills because they’re tangy and have solid crunch, but any finely chopped dill pickles work. Bread and butter pickles add a sweet note that plays nicely against the jalapeño heat — worth trying at least once.
How much pickle dip does this recipe make?
Plenty for all 18 rollups with some left over for snacking. The full batch makes roughly 2 cups of dip — we absolutely won’t judge if you set out the extra with chips while the rollups are in the oven.
PAIRINGS:
Pickle Dip Bacon Rollups
American IPA
Sauvignon Blanc
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