Best 2 Freezer Cucumber Pickles Recipes

Cucumber pickles are a delightful and versatile side dish that can add a refreshing crunch and tangy flavor to any meal. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack or a flavorful addition to your next barbecue, these freezer cucumber pickles have you covered. This article provides two delectable recipes for freezer cucumber pickles: one is a classic dill pickle recipe, while the other is a spicy bread and butter pickle recipe. Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal ingredients, making them perfect for busy home cooks. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to create delicious and crisp freezer cucumber pickles that will be a hit at your next gathering. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your jars, and let's embark on a pickling adventure!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CRISP CUCUMBER FREEZER PICKLES

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This is a sweet cucumber pickle. These pickles stay crisp for up to a year in the freezer. They are so easy to make and very good. I have just defrosted a bag (pictured here) after 8 months in the freezer and they are still as crisp as the day I made them.

Provided by Bergy

Categories Vegetable

Time P3DT30m

Yield 3 Pints

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

7 cups thin sliced cucumbers (with peel)
1 large sweet onion, medium sliced
1/2 cup green pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 cup red sweet pepper, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon pickling salt
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 cup white vinegar
2 cups white sugar

Steps:

Combine all the ingredients in a bowl.
Stir well, cover and refrigerate for 3 days. Stir every day.
Pack into freezer containers and cover with brine (I use ziplock bags to have the pickles in small portions and then place the small bags in a larger freezer container). Freeze Thaw before serving.

FREEZER CUCUMBER PICKLES

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When I first started to make these crunchy and satisfying freezer pickles, I wasn't sure if the method would actually work. To my surprise, they came out perfect! Now I make enough to take them to picnics or give as gifts to friends and neighbors. -Connie Goense, Pembroke Pine, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 10 pints.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 pounds pickling cucumbers, sliced
8 cups thinly sliced onions (about 8 medium)
1/4 cup salt
3/4 cup water
4 cups sugar
2 cups cider vinegar

Steps:

Rinse ten 2-cup plastic containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly. Divide cucumbers, onions, salt and water between two large bowls. Let stand at room temperature 2 hours. Do not drain., Add 2 cups sugar and 1 cup vinegar to each bowl; stir until sugar is dissolved. Transfer to prepared containers, leaving 1-in. headspace for expansion; freeze up to 6 months., Thaw pickles in refrigerator 8 hours before using. Serve within 2 weeks after thawing.

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Tips:

Choose firm and fresh cucumbers for the pickles to ensure the best texture and flavor.
To save time, use a mandoline slicer to quickly and evenly slice the cucumbers.
If you prefer a sweeter pickle, add an extra 1/4 cup of sugar to the brine.
For a spicier pickle, add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes or a serrano pepper to the brine.
Use a clean glass jar with a tight-fitting lid for storing the pickles.
Allow the pickles to chill in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before enjoying them, to allow the flavors to develop fully.

Conclusion:

Freezer cucumber pickles are a delicious and versatile snack or condiment that can be enjoyed all year round. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can make your own freezer pickles at home that are just as good as, if not better than, store-bought brands. So next time you have a craving for a crunchy, flavorful pickle, give this recipe a try - you won't be disappointed!