Description
Bread & Butter Pickles are a delightful homemade treat that brings the perfect blend of sweetness and tanginess to your meals. These refrigerator pickles are incredibly easy to prepare, requiring no special canning equipment. With their satisfying crunch and bright flavors, they make an excellent addition to sandwiches, burgers, and even serve as a refreshing snack on their own. Plus, you can whip them up in just 30 minutes, ensuring you’ll always have a delicious condiment at hand for summer barbecues, family dinners, or casual snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¾ cup white vinegar
- ½ cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1½ tablespoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1¼ pounds Persian cucumbers (or mini cucumbers)
- ¼ cup thinly sliced onion
- 1 teaspoon celery seeds
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and turmeric. Bring to a boil over high heat while whisking until sugar and salt dissolve. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Wash two wide-mouth jars with hot soapy water; set aside.
- Slice cucumbers and onions into thin coins (about ⅛ inch thick).
- Divide celery seeds and mustard seeds between the jars. Pack cucumbers and onions tightly but gently.
- Pour cooled brine over vegetables until covered. Tap jars to remove air bubbles.
- Seal jars tightly and flip them upside down for a few moments to distribute spices evenly. Refrigerate for up to two months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use fresh mini cucumbers for the best crunch. Customize your pickles by adding garlic or dill if desired. Allow the brine to cool completely before adding it to maintain cucumber crispness.