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Just three ingredients are needed for these simple yet absolutely delicious Pickle Roll Ups! They’re a staple here in the midwest and for good reason!!
There are so many different names for these tasty little bites – Pickle Roll-Ups, Pickle Wraps, Pickle Dogs, Minnesota Sushi, Ham Pickle Rollups….the list goes on. If you’re from the Midwest, these Pickle Roll Ups are very familiar to you! And if you’re not, well…..let’s get you caught up!
What I Love About Pickle Roll Ups
- Simple Ingredients – Just three ingredients and they’re all ingredients easy to find at even the smallest grocery stores.
- Low Carb – If you’re looking for a low carb recipe, these are the perfect appetizer for you!
- Perfect Make Ahead Appetizer – I love that you can make these ahead of time, then slice and serve when ready to enjoy!
- Great for Any Occasion – We bring these to football tailgates, family get-togethers, potlucks, etc. and always come home with an empty container!
- Customizable – I prefer these made with deli ham slices, but you can opt to use beef as well!
Ingredients Needed
- Dill Pickles – You’ll need whole pickles for this recipe.
- Deli Meat – There are a few different options for meats. You can use deli-sliced roast beef, slices of deli ham, corned beef…whatever you prefer!
- Cream Cheese – I use a block of cream cheese. You can use full fat cream cheese or opt for a reduced-fat cream cheese (though I don’t recommend the fat free version).
How to Make Pickle Roll Ups
Before you begin, make sure your cream cheese is softened (makes for much easier spreading!) and the pickles are out of the pickle juice drying off a bit.
Now, you’ll place a few slices of ham or dried beef (or one large slice of ham) on a cutting board.
Use a butter knife to spread the softened cream cheese over the meat.
Next, place a pickle on one end and roll it up nice and tight. You can cut into these now, but I find that they’re much easier to cut after they’ve had time to chill in the fridge.
Tightly cover the pickles with plastic wrap or place them in an airtight container. Refrigerate for a couple hours.
Use a sharp knife to cut them into slices and serve!
Spice ‘Em Up!
If you’re looking for a little heat in these pickle roll ups, simply mix up a yummy cream cheese spread. Stir together the softened cream cheese, 1 tablespoon of ranch seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can make them up to 24 hours in advance. I recommend making them, letting them chill in the fridge for a couple hours, then slicing and serving!
Yes! There are many different names for these pickle appetizers, but they’re most commonly made in the Midwest.
I recommend using dill pickles. The tangy pickles pair perfectly with the rich, smooth cream cheese!
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Pickle Roll Ups
Ingredients
- 8 whole dill pickles
- 6 ounces ham or dried beef
- One 8 ounce package cream cheese softened
Instructions
- Remove 8 pickles from the jar and place them on a paper towel to dry off a bit; set aside.8 whole dill pickles
- Place three or four slices of ham or dried beef on a cutting board (see photos above for reference).6 ounces ham or dried beef
- Spread 1 ounce of cream cheese over the meat with a butter knife.One 8 ounce package cream cheese
- Grab a pickle, place it on one end of the cream cheese-covered meat and roll it up tightly.
- Repeat with the remaining pickles.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours; cut into slices and serve!
