Best 2 Freezer Cucumber Pickles Recipes

When it's time to start thinking about preserving the summer harvest, the classic refrigerator pickle gets a lot of attention. But if you're tired of always having dill pickles, or if you want to save space in your fridge, freezer pickles might be your answer. Whether you have Kirby cucumbers from your garden or a few English cucumbers from the grocery store, making freezer pickles is a great way to preserve your cucumbers. With some vinegar, sugar, and spices, freezer pickles are perfect for slicing onto sandwiches and salads or for enjoying as a quick snack.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

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.

Nutrition Facts :

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.

Tips:

Choose fresh, firm cucumbers for the best results.
Use a mandoline or sharp knife to slice the cucumbers evenly.
Pack the cucumbers tightly into the jars to prevent them from floating.
Cover the cucumbers completely with the vinegar solution.
Store the pickles in a cool, dark place for at least two weeks before eating.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the pickles from the jar when serving.
Garnish the pickles with fresh dill or parsley for a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Freezer cucumber pickles are a delicious and easy way to enjoy cucumbers all year long. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can make a batch of pickles that will be the perfect addition to your next picnic, potluck, or barbecue. So next time you have a surplus of cucumbers, don't let them go to waste! Make a batch of freezer cucumber pickles instead.