From an after school snack, to holiday potlucks, to a graduation party favorite, the Pickle Wrapis a crowd pleaser that is easy to make and delivers a creamy, crunchy and tangy flavor in each bite.
Today is the first day of schoolfor my kids. I wanted to make them something special for an after school snackand it was easy decision to make a batch of Pickle Wraps. This summerwas the summer of pickle wraps at our house. Our kids made them constantly for lunch, so much so that I was buying a couple jars of pickles weekly to keep up with their pickle wrap consumption...
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The kids waiting for the bus this morning before
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Pickle Wraps can be found all over the United States but they do seem to be a Midwest favorite. There is no exact known origin of the pickle, cream cheese and deli meat snack, but it is believed to have German roots, which makes sense on why it is so common in states like Iowa. You can find this appetizer at pretty much any gathering of family or friends and has the nickname Lutheran Sushiin some areas.
My family loves Pickle Wraps because they are easy to make and you can add your own spin to the wraps by using different types of deli meat - ham, roast beef, turkey, salami, etc. and/or different flavors of cream cheese - jalapeno, chive & onion, or garden vegetable. My personal favorite is roast beef with jalapeno cream cheese and my kids favorite and go to all summer was turkey and regular cream cheese.
Pickle Wraps
32 oz jar Baby Dill Pickles (we prefer Mt. Olive brand)
8 oz Cream Cheese Spread tub
8 oz Buddig Deli Meat
Place pickles on a paper towel to soak up excess pickle juice as you begin spreading a dollop of cream cheese on a slice of deli meat. Then spread cream cheese on a second slice of deli meat.
Stack the two pieces of deli meat on top of each other and wrap up the pickle in the layered pieces of meat.
Place the wrapped pickle onto a plate, edge side down, and repeat till you have went through all of your deli meat or pickles.
Over years of perfecting our Pickle Wrap skills, we have found that one 32 oz jar of baby dill pickles and four packages of Buddig lunch meat works out about even per two slices of lunch meat to one pickle ratio. Occasionally you'll have an extra slice or two of meat that we just add as another layer onto one of the pickle wraps, or if we have an extra pickle or two we just eat them. 😉
Place the wrapped pickles in the refrigerator for a couple of hours before slicing. Use a sharp knife to cut each pickle into three to five bite-sized slices, depending on the length of the pickle. We leave the "ends" of the pickles for our personal consumption and only serve the middle slices on a plate to guests. The whole family wants to be in the kitchen when I slice the Pickle Wraps so they can enjoy the ends of the pickles and have an appetizer, before we share the Pickle Wraps as an appetizer.
Store your pickle wraps on a plate and cover with plastic wrap before serving. The Pickle Wraps can be made up ahead of time up to 24 hours before serving if needed. I usually set out some toothpicks next to the plate for easy serving at a party. Leftovers, if you have any, can be stored in the fridge up to a couple of days.
I hope you serve up this Midwest delicacy for your next after school snack, card club party, tailgate or holiday gathering! Here is a list of some of my kids' other favorite after school snacks. What other easy snacks or appetizers does your family enjoy?
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FAQs
Darcy Maulsby, a lifelong Iowan and Midwest food historian, told the Des Moines Register that, “Anytime you have a German community or a place with a strong German heritage, you got pickles and red meat and that is two-thirds of a pickle wrap right there.” (Maulsby also declared that Iowa should claim the pickle roll ...
Are pickle wraps Midwestern? ›
Minnesota sushi is a type of roll that is popular in the Midwestern United States. The dish goes by different names in different regions and is also known as midwest sushi, pickle wrap, pickle roll-up, frog eyes, pickle dawg, Iowa sushi, Lutheran sushi, ham and pickle pinwheels, or St. Louis sushi.
Can you eat pickle wraps when pregnant? ›
You should always seek medical advice regarding diet to ensure a safe pregnancy. However, from what we have been reading on various blogs, pickles are safe to consume generally.
Who invented pickle wraps? ›
There is no exact known origin of the pickle, cream cheese and deli meat snack, but it is believed to have German roots, which makes sense on why it is so common in states like Iowa. You can find this appetizer at pretty much any gathering of family or friends and has the nickname Lutheran Sushi in some areas.
Are fried pickles a Midwest thing? ›
Fried dill pickles were popularized by Bernell "Fatman" Austin in 1963 at the duch*ess Drive In located in Atkins, Arkansas. The Fatman's recipe is only known to his family and used once each year at the annual Picklefest in Atkins, held each May.
What is the red stuff in pickle? ›
From time to time pickled cucumber products can get a red coloration indicative of benign spoilage bacteria. Though this doesn't happen often, it can still be an unpleasant experience. ARS scientists in the Food Science Research Unit (FSRU) in Raleigh, North Carolina, have found its cause, how to prevent it, and more.
Are Sonic pickle fries pickles? ›
The Sonic Pickle Fries are made from dill pickle spears cut into a French-fry shape. The pickles are coated in a light tempura batter and fried. The fried pickles are served with a side of ranch dressing for dunking.
What US state eats the most pickles? ›
The state that loves pickles the most is Maine, followed by Vermont, North Dakota, South Dakota, and West Virginia, respectively. The state that dislikes pickles the most is Hawaii, with Nevada and Florida a close second and third. It's safe to say that pickles have won over the hearts and taste buds of many.
What state is famous for pickles? ›
**Agricultural Significance**: Regions of the United States became known for their pickling cucumbers, with states like Michigan and North Carolina becoming large producers of cucumbers for pickling.
What are pickles called in USA? ›
A pickled cucumber – commonly known as a pickle in the United States and Canada and a gherkin (/ɡərkɪn/) in Britain, Ireland, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand – is a usually small or miniature cucumber that has been pickled in a brine, vinegar, or other solution and left to ferment.
Lutheran sushi is a nickname for pickle roll-ups. They are pickles coated in cream cheese and rolled up in beef.
Can I eat a hot dog while pregnant? ›
They can be really harmful to you and your baby. Raw or undercooked meat, including beef, poultry and pork. This includes hotdogs and deli meat (like ham or bologna). If you eat hotdogs or deli meat, cook them until they are steaming hot or just avoid completely.
Can I eat Subway while pregnant? ›
Restaurants such as Subway recommends that pregnant women eat the following non-luncheon meat items such as meatball, steak and cheese, roasted chicken, and tuna (limit 2 servings a week). Do not eat refrigerated pates or meat spreads.
Are ham roll ups a Midwest thing? ›
If girl dinner was a single food, Ham Roll Ups would be it. These little piggy pinwheels (also known as “Lutheran Sushi”) are definitely more common in the Midwest (especially Minnesota) than in other states, but if everyone knew how good they are and how easy they are to make, all that could change in a heartbeat.
Are there dill pickle chips in the States? ›
We update this information regularly, however, we recommend you check the label on a specific product for the most current and accurate nutritional information.
Where did pickle with sandwich come from? ›
Pickles had been sold in Brooklyn since at least 1659 by Dutch farmers. Then, in the mid-1800s, the practice of serving pickles with sandwiches seems to have started when Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe started opening delis in New York. The idea quickly moved beyond its Jewish-deli origins.
What are charcuterie pickles called? ›
Those pickles are called cornichons (pronounced "KOR-nee-shons"), and they are exactly what they seem to be: tiny pickles, or, as the English call them, gherkins. Their tart, mildly sweet flavor makes them the ideal garnish to serve with classic charcuterie items such as pâtés, terrines, cured sausages, and the like.
