How to Make Deviled Pickles: Tangy, Spicy Recipe

Move over traditional deviled eggs — these easy deviled pickles capture the same creamy, tangy taste but instead use crisp dill pickle chips as the base. No eggs required. The filling uses blended cottage cheese for a smooth, higher-protein alternative and can be finished with a broken potato chip for extra crunch. They’re quick to assemble, bright in flavor, and perfect for parties, snacking, or a light appetizer.

Egg shortages and rising grocery prices make creative egg-free options even more appealing. These deviled pickles are our spin on the viral trend: simple ingredients, bold flavor, and a creamy filling made from blended cottage cheese. The filling holds its shape nicely when chilled, making piping or spooning quick and tidy. Add a sprinkle of paprika and a crunchy chip piece, and you have a bite that’s both fun and satisfying.

Top Tips from the Kitchen

• Pickle choice: Any brand or style of dill pickle chips will work. If you prefer, hollow out half of a pickle spear and fill it the same way for a different presentation.
• Filling swaps: If you don’t want to use blended cottage cheese, softened cream cheese is a good substitute. Avoid substituting with plain Greek yogurt—it tends to make the filling too loose.
• Chip topper: The potato chip garnish is optional but adds a playful crunch and contrast to the creamy filling and tangy pickle.

Easy Flavor Variations

• Spicy: Fold in diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce for heat.
• Bacon: Sprinkle crisp bacon bits on top for a smoky bite.
• Mustard-forward: Increase the Dijon to make the filling tangier and more mustard-centric; try stone-ground or whole-grain for texture.

Deviled Pickles Recipe

Summary: A quick, egg-free appetizer—creamy blended cottage cheese flavored with mustard, lemon zest, dill, and garlic—piped onto dill pickle chips and finished with paprika and a chip garnish.

Ingredients

• ⅓ cup 2% blended cottage cheese
• 1 tablespoon mayo
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ½ teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 10–15 dill pickle chips (or more to taste)
• 10 potato chips, broken into small pieces (optional garnish)
• Ground paprika for garnish

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, chopped dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
2. Transfer the filling to a piping bag, a resealable plastic bag with the corner snipped off, or use a small spoon. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to firm it slightly—this makes it easier to pipe and keeps the topping neat.
3. Arrange the pickle chips flat on a serving plate. Pipe or spoon a dollop of the cottage cheese filling onto the center of each pickle chip. If you have extra filling, use it on additional pickle chips or serve it as a dip.
4. Garnish each deviled pickle with a light dusting of paprika and a small piece of broken potato chip for crunch if desired. Serve chilled or at cool room temperature.

Tips & Notes

• You can use any brand of dill pickles; choose a chip thickness you enjoy so the pickle holds the filling.
• Instead of chips, hollowing out a pickle spear works well and creates a slightly different texture and look.
• If you prefer a richer filling, softened cream cheese can be used in place of blended cottage cheese.
• Keep assembled deviled pickles chilled and store any leftover filling separately in an airtight container until ready to use.

Nutrition (per serving, approximate)

Calories: 36 kcal · Carbohydrates: 1 g · Protein: 2 g · Fat: 3 g · Fiber: 0.2 g · Sugar: 1 g

Nutrition information is an estimate and should be used as a general guide.

Serving Ideas and Storage

These deviled pickles make a bright appetizer for gatherings or an easy snack plate addition. They pair nicely with fresh vegetables, cheese, or a simple charcuterie spread. If preparing ahead, keep the filling chilled and pipe it onto the pickles shortly before serving to preserve crisp texture.

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