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5 from 3 votes

The Best Refrigerator Pickles

These Refrigerator Pickles have tang, bite, and the perfect touch of heat and are fridge ready in 5!
Prep Time5 minutes
Chill Time2 days
Total Time2 days 5 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack, Veggie
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 8kcal

Ingredients

  • 8-10 cocktail cucumbers can sub with 3-4 pickling cucumbers
  • 5-6 garlic cloves peeled
  • 2-3 dill sprigs
  • 1 cup white distilled or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes optional

Instructions

  • Add water, vinegar, salt, sugar, peppercorns, and chili flakes to a small saucepan. Heat over low, stirring occassionally until salt and sugar are dissolved; set aside to cool.
  • Slice cucumbers lengthwise and add to a 32 oz jar along with garlic and dill sprigs. Add brine. Brine should reach and cover with tight fitting lid.
  • Refrigerate for 36-48 hours before enjoying.

Notes

Note: we love our pickles to have BITE. If you prefer a milder brine, use a ratio of 1 ½ cups water to ½ cup vinegar

Nutrition

Calories: 8kcal