# What You'll Need:
→ Dip
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
04 - 1 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
05 - 2 tbsp pickle brine
06 - 1/4 cup green onions, finely sliced
07 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
08 - 1 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1 tsp onion powder
10 - 1 tsp ranch seasoning mix
11 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
12 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
→ Crispy Panko Topping
13 - 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
14 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
15 - 1/2 tsp ranch seasoning mix
16 - Pinch of salt
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Add unsalted butter; once melted, stir in panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning, and salt. Toast, stirring frequently, until golden and crisp, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or whisk.
03 - Add chopped dill pickles, pickle brine, green onions, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, ranch seasoning, black pepper, and smoked paprika to the base mixture. Stir thoroughly until fully combined.
04 - Transfer the dip into a serving bowl. Just before serving, evenly sprinkle the cooled crispy panko topping over the surface. Accompany with chips, pretzels, or fresh vegetables as desired.
