Save A fun, tangy snack featuring crisp pickles and creamy cheese, all wrapped in a soft tortilla, perfect for parties, picnics, or a quick bite.
I first made these for a family gathering and they disappeared in minutes – even the pickle skeptics loved them!
Ingredients
- Large flour tortillas: 4 (8-inch)
- Dill pickles: 4, whole
- Cheddar cheese (or Swiss): 4 slices
- Cream cheese: 4 oz (115 g), softened
- Chopped fresh dill (optional): 2 tbsp
- Finely diced red onion (optional): 1 tbsp
- Yellow mustard (optional): 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Prepare tortillas:
- Lay out the tortillas on a clean surface.
- Spread cream cheese:
- Spread 1 oz (about 2 tbsp) of softened cream cheese evenly over each tortilla.
- Add cheddar cheese:
- Place a slice of cheddar cheese in the center of each tortilla.
- Add optional extras:
- If using, sprinkle chopped dill and red onion over the cheese, and drizzle with mustard.
- Add pickles:
- Place one whole dill pickle at the edge of each tortilla.
- Roll up:
- Roll up the tortilla tightly around the pickle, ensuring all filling is enclosed.
- Slice & serve:
- Slice each roll into 1-inch pieces or serve whole as desired.
Save My kids love helping roll these up for movie night and we always have fun experimenting with new cheese flavors.
Required Tools
All you need is a spreading knife, cutting board, and a sharp knife to make perfect slices.
Allergen Information
This snack contains gluten from the tortillas and dairy from the cheeses, so double-check labels if serving to anyone with sensitivities.
Nutritional Information
Each serving has 240 calories, 13 g total fat, 23 g carbohydrates, and 7 g protein.
Save Enjoy these Pickle-in-a-Blanket treats fresh, or store chilled and slice just before serving for the perfect party bite.
Recipe Guide
- → Can I use different types of cheese?
Absolutely. Try Swiss, pepper jack, or provolone for a unique flavor twist beyond cheddar.
- → Should I chill before slicing?
Yes, refrigerating for 15 minutes helps hold shape and gives cleaner slices for serving.
- → Are there tasty add-ins for extra flavor?
Fresh herbs, diced red onion, or mustard offer more complexity. Flavored cream cheese adds variety.
- → What’s the best way to serve them?
Slice into bite-sized rounds for parties, or serve whole for casual snacks and picnics. Pair with wine or lager.
- → Are these vegetarian-friendly?
Yes, all ingredients are vegetarian. Choose cheese and tortillas that suit dietary preferences if needed.
- → Can I make these in advance?
Prepare, chill, and slice; store airtight for several hours. Best served fresh for crispness and texture.