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Easy Refrigerator Dill Pickles

Published: Aug 3, 2021 by Ashley Lecker · This post may contain affiliate links · 13 Comments

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sliced easy refrigerator dill pickles in an unsealed glass jar
sliced easy refrigerator dill pickles in a sealed glass jar
sliced easy refrigerator dill pickles in an unsealed glass jar

My Easy Refrigerator Dill Pickles require no canning equipment and use regular garden cucumbers. Zesty, tangy, salty, dilly, and sour make the best pickles. Follow my simple recipe for the best fridge pickles!

sliced easy refrigerator dill pickles in a sealed glass jar

I have had a love for pickles for as long as I can remember. If someone asked me my favorite food I think pickles would be my answer.

One of my mom's favorite stories about me is my morning request for a pickle. Once it was granted it was always followed by a request for a second pickle.

I love all of the fresh garden grown cucumbers in the summer, and one of my favorite things to make is my Easy Refrigerator Dill Pickles.

This recipe has been a work in progress over the years, and I am excited to finally share it with you.

I love my pickles nice and sour with a good amount of salt and dill. I have lots of tip and tricks to allow you to customize this recipe, or prepare it in my style!

These pickles are so easy to make and a great way to use cucumbers from the garden. The pickles also last over a month in the fridge, but you will probably be out well before the shelf-life ends. I know my family eats these so quickly and I typically make a few batches each summer.

This week I am celebrating Farmer's Market Week with a bunch of friends. Checkout out all the fantastic recipes this week featuring items you can find at your local farmer's market!

Farmer’s Market Week is always the first week in August. Whether you have a great local farm stand or market, are a member of a CSA or purchase your fruits and vegetables at the supermarket, follow our Pinterest board, for great recipes including those for appetizers, drinks, breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and more.
sliced easy refrigerator dill pickles in a sealed glass jar

Ingredients

  • white vinegar - you can use apple cider vinegar or a blend of both. Personally, I like the white vinegar for a classic taste.
  • pickling salt - I prefer pickling salt because it dissolves easily, and it does not have caking agents in it which can make the brine cloudy. You can use regular salt, but make sure it is not iodized because it will change the color and taste of the pickles.
  • sugar - I like that this slightly off-sets the salt without making the pickles sweet. You can add more to your brine if you like your pickles sweeter. If you choose to do this simple increase the sugar and prepare as directed.
  • cold water -the cold water helps cool the brine faster.
  • pickling spice - traditionally this includes: peppercorns, mustard seed, allspice berries, bay leaves, and chili flakes. You can also use just peppercorns, or a different combination of the spices depending on your preference.
  • fresh dill -You can add additional dill or omit it depending on what flavors you like in your Easy Refrigerator Dill Pickles .
  • large cucumbers - try to make sure the cucumbers are the same size for uniform rounds. You can also cut the cucumber into spears, but make sure to measure to they fit in the jar.
  • (3) 32 oz quart mason jars with lids - You can also use 6 pint sized jars

Optional Additions

Garlic - You can add cloves of fresh peeled garlic to the jars as well. I recommend 2-3 per jar.

Spicy Pepper - a small sliced jalapeno can be added to the jars for some heat and they are delicious to eat as well.

Sliced Onion - sliced white or sweet onions are also delicious in Easy Refrigerator Dill Pickles!

  • whole cucumbers
  • sliced cucumber
  • pot with pickling liquid
  • pickling seasoning in jar
  • dill and pickling seasoning in jar
  • sliced easy refrigerator dill pickles in an unsealed glass jar
  • pickling liquid poured into jar

Instructions

  1. Place vinegar, salt, and sugar into a medium pot. Bring to a low boil and stir to allow the salt and sugar to dissolve.
  2. Once sugar and salt is dissolved, remove from heat, add the water, and allow the liquid to cool for about 20 minutes while you prepare the pickle jars.
  3. Wash cucumbers and slice cucumber about ¼ -½ inch rounds.
  4. In the clean jars, evenly divide the pickling seasoning and add 2 sprigs of dill to the bottom.
  5. Divide cucumber rounds between the jars. Top with remaining dill.
  6. Pour the cooled liquid over the pickles. The brine should cover all the cucumbers.
  7. Secure lids on the jars and give them a light shake.
  8. Store in the fridge for at least 4 days for best results. The pickles can be stored in the fridge for 4-6 weeks.

Easy Refrigerator Dill Pickles will become less crunchy as they approach 4-6 weeks, but are still delicious! I suggest writing the date on the top of the jar with a marker!

Try your best not to sneak a bite until 4 days. The pickles get more flavorful with time to sit in the brine.

sliced easy refrigerator dill pickles in an unsealed glass jar

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Easy Refrigerator Dill Pickles

5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Cooling Time 20 minutes mins
Servings 3 quart jars

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • ⅓ cup pickling salt
  • 2 tablespoon sugar
  • 4 ½ cups cold water
  • 3 teaspoon pickling spice
  • 12 sprigs fresh dill
  • 3 large cucumbers
  • 3 32 oz quart mason jars with lids

Instructions
 

  • Place vinegar, salt, and sugar into a medium pot. Bring to a low boil and stir to allow the salt and sugar to dissolve.
  • Once sugar and salt is dissolved, remove from heat, add the water, and allow the liquid to cool for about 20 minutes while you prepare the pickle jars.
  • Wash cucumbers and slice cucumber about ¼ -½ inch rounds.
  • In the clean jars, evenly divide the pickling seasoning and add 2 sprigs of dill to the bottom.
  • Divide cucumber rounds between the jars. Top with remaining dill.
  • Pour the cooled liquid over the pickles. The brine should cover all the cucumbers.
  • Secure lids on the jars and give them a light shake.
  • Store in the fridge for at least 3 days (5 is ideal) for best results. The pickles can be stored in the fridge for 4-6 weeks.

Notes

Cucumber size can vary and you may have more or less cucumber slices. 3 large should be plenty, but if you are short on brine you can make a little additional brine.
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sliced easy refrigerator dill pickles in an unsealed glass jar

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Comments

  1. Sheila Thigpen

    August 04, 2021 at 7:47 am

    Thanks for all the tips! I'll be making these today with the extra cukes in my fridge!

    Reply
  2. Kathleen Pope

    August 04, 2021 at 12:29 pm

    So many great tips, and an easy recipe! The hardest I admit is waiting the 4 days to start crunching on these babies!

    Reply
  3. Julie Menghini

    August 04, 2021 at 3:10 pm

    I love that I can make as many jars as I need! These pickles make great gifts too.

    Reply
  4. Hezzi-D

    August 04, 2021 at 3:10 pm

    Perfect way to use up all the cucumbers from my garden!

    Reply
  5. Jennifer

    August 04, 2021 at 5:34 pm

    These easy refrigerator Dill pickles are going on my must make list. My family is going to eat these up!

    Reply
  6. Terri Steffes

    August 04, 2021 at 5:41 pm

    Yes, these are a dish I want to try. I love pickles and I love cucmbers, so I grow plenty. I need something like this to use them up!

    Reply
  7. The Freshman Cook

    August 04, 2021 at 6:55 pm

    I had an aunt that used to make these, and I had forgotten all about them! These look like I need to make some right away! They look amazing!

    Reply
  8. Kathy

    August 04, 2021 at 7:29 pm

    I'm glad I found this recipe. I have so many cucumbers from my garden this year. These are so delicious.

    Reply
  9. Rebecca

    August 04, 2021 at 11:15 pm

    Oh my gosh, what a great idea to make my own pickles in a jar! These were so good and worth the 4 day wait! Way better than any store bought pickles I've had before!

    Reply
  10. Jolene

    August 05, 2021 at 6:32 am

    I've always wanted to make homemade pickles and you've laid out all the info so well. Can't wait to give it a try!

    Reply
  11. Amy (Savory Moments)

    August 06, 2021 at 7:26 pm

    I love making refrigerator pickles - they are so versatile and keep their crunch. These ones look delicious and full of flavor. Perfect for all my cucumbers.

    Reply
  12. Lisa Kerhin

    August 08, 2021 at 7:53 am

    My mom used to make refrigerator bread and butter pickles when I was growing up. I am going to give your recipe a try! We sure do love dill pickles.

    Reply
  13. Amy Nash

    August 09, 2021 at 11:25 pm

    These take me right back to my grandma's kitchen! So crispy and fresh and delicious!

    Reply

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