Dill pickle roll ups are perfect bite-sized snacks for when you’re craving something creamy, crunchy, and salty.

Dill pickle roll ups are easy to make by spreading cream cheese on ham, rolling in pickles, and slicing.

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Holly’s Recipe Highlights

Flavor: Dill pickle roll ups are tangy, creamy, salty, and savory with a refreshing crunch.
Skill Level: Dill pickle roll ups are easy to make and perfect for beginners with just a few simple steps.
Prep tip: Let the cream cheese warm to room temperature to make it easier to blend and spread.
Time Saving Tip: Use pre-sliced deli ham and whipped cream cheese for quicker spreading and rolling.
Make Ahead: Prepare the dill pickle roll ups the night before, refrigerate them whole, and slice just before serving.

ingredients assembled to make dill pickle roll ups including cream cheese, pickles, ham, and garlic powder, with labels.

4 Easy Ingredients

Cream Cheese: Use full-fat cream cheese for the richest flavor and smoothest texture, or whipped cream cheese for easier spreading. Make sure it’s softened to room temperature so it spreads evenly without tearing the ham. You can also try flavored cream cheese, like chive or jalapeño, for a fun twist.

Pickles: Use whole dill pickles for the classic tangy crunch, but make sure they’re not too large so they roll easily. Baby dills or sandwich stackers can also work if you want smaller bites or a flatter roll. Avoid sweet pickles, as they can clash with the savory flavors.

Ham: Use thinly sliced deli ham that’s sturdy enough to roll without tearing—black forest or honey ham work well. Avoid overly wet or very thin slices, as they can get soggy or rip. For extra flavor, try smoked or maple-glazed ham.

Variations: Deli-sliced roast beef or even ready-to-eat sandwich meats can be swapped for the ham. A meatless version can be made by switching out soft flour tortillas for the ham slices.

mixed cream cheese to make dill pickle roll ups.i

Recipe Tip!

If you’re like me and always forget to remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator, you can speed up the process by warming it on very low power for 30 – 60 seconds in the microwave.

Storing Dill Pickle Roll Ups

Dill pickle roll ups can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance. Keep them tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and refrigerated until ready to slice and serve. This helps the flavors meld and makes slicing easier, too.

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Dill Pickle Roll Ups

Crisp dill pickles are rolled in ham spread with a garlicky cream cheese for pure snacking pleasure.

Rate Print

Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings 8

Equipment

mixing bowl

Ingredients

▢ 4 oz cream cheese softened
▢ ½ teaspoon garlic powder
▢ 8 whole dill pickles
▢ 8 slices of ham

Instructions

In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and garlic powder on medium speed until fluffy.
If the ham has a lot of moisture, dab the slices dry with a paper towel. Spread ½ oz. (1 tablespoon) of cream cheese on each slice of ham.
Dab pickles dry with a paper towel and place on one end of the ham. Roll tightly and refrigerate 1 hour.
Remove from the fridge and use a sharp knife to slice each into 3 to 4 pieces.
Serve chilled.

Notes

Dill pickle roll ups can be made up to a day ahead. Keep them refrigerated and tightly covered in plastic wrap. Refrigerate leftovers 3-5 days.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

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