Description
Cheesy Pickle Bombs are stuffed dill pickles filled with a creamy, cheesy mixture and wrapped in crescent dough or bacon. They’re oven-baked or air-fried to golden perfection for the ultimate crispy, creamy snack. Perfect for parties, game nights, or low-carb cravings.
Ingredients
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10–12 medium whole dill pickles
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
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¼ tsp garlic powder
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¼ tsp onion powder
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1 tube crescent roll dough or 10–12 bacon strips
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Optional: ranch seasoning, chopped chives, diced jalapeños
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Cooking spray or melted butter for brushing
Instructions
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Pat pickles dry and slice in half lengthwise. Scoop out a small portion of the center.
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Mix cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional flavorings.
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Fill each pickle half with the cheese mixture. Sandwich the halves back together.
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Wrap with crescent dough or bacon.
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Bake at 375°F for 15–18 minutes or air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Let cool slightly before serving. Serve with ranch, spicy mayo, or chipotle aioli.
Notes
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Dry pickles thoroughly to avoid soggy results.
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For a spicy version, use pepper jack cheese or jalapeños.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–18 minutes (oven), 10–12 minutes (air fryer)
- Category: Appetizer / Snack
- Method: Baking or Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
Keywords: stuffed pickles, cheesy pickle snacks, bacon wrapped pickles, pickle appetizers, creamy pickle bites