Crispy Refrigerator Sweet Dill Pickles | No Canning Required (2024)

This small-batch refrigerator sweet dill pickle recipe perfectly combines sweet and dill flavors. It's quick, easy, and oh-so-delicious. Plus, you don't need any fancy canning equipment - just a quart jar and a fridge!

Why I'm Obsessed with These Sweet Dill Pickles

As someone who loves pickles but doesn't always have the time (or patience) for traditional canning, this recipe is one of my new favorites. The first time I made these, I was amazed at how simple they were and how quickly I had crispy, flavorful pickles ready to eat.

What really sold me on this recipe was the perfect balance of flavors. The sweetness isn't overpowering, and the dill gives it that classic pickle flavor. These pickles are so good you will be eating them as snacks.

Ingredients You'll Need

The magic of these refrigerator pickles is in the simple ingredients. Here's what you'll need for one quart:

• Cucumbers: Use enough sliced cucumbers to fill a quart jar.
• Fresh dill. This gives them that classic dill pickle flavor.
• Garlic. For just the right amount of garlic flavor.
• Brine. This is a simple brine made with white vinegar, water, white sugar, and pickling salt. You can use kosher salt as well.

How to Make These Sweet Dill Pickles

It's super easy to make these pickles. Here's what you do:

1. Wash your quart jar and lid with hot, soapy water. Rinse well.
2. Slice your cucumbers to your preferred thickness. I like them about ¼ inch thick.
3. Mix the vinegar, water, sugar, and salt in a saucepan. Heat it up, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve. Let it cool a bit.
4. Add one head of dill and two garlic cloves to the bottom of a quart jar. Pack the jar with the cucumber slices until it's about one inch from the top. Add another head of dill and another garlic clove on top.
5. Pour the cooled brine over the cucumbers until they're completely covered.
6. Put the lid on and gently shake the jar to distribute the flavors.
7. Pop it in the fridge and try to wait at least 24 hours before digging in! That's it! In just one day, you'll have crispy, flavorful pickles ready to enjoy.

Mix It Up: Variations to Try

Want to put your own spin on these pickles? Here are some ideas:

• Spicy Sweet: Add a sliced jalapeño, black peppercorns, or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the jar.
• Extra Garlicky: Throw in a couple more cloves of garlic.
• Herby: Add sprigs of fresh thyme or oregano along with the dill.
• Onion Lovers: Add some thinly sliced onion to the jar.

Feel free to adjust the sugar amount if you want them to be more or less sweet. You can even try using apple cider vinegar for a different flavor.

Top Tips for Pickle Perfection

• Use the freshest cucumbers you can find. The fresher they are, the crispier your pickles will be.
• Don't skip the cooling step for the brine. Pouring hot brine over your cucumbers can make them soggy.
• Make sure your cucumbers are completely submerged in the brine.
• These pickles will keep in the fridge for about a month (if they last that long!).
• Taste your pickles after a few days. If you want them sweeter or more garlicky, you can always add more sugar or garlic to the jar.

What to Serve with Your Homemade Pickles

Some of my favorite ways to use these sweet dill pickles is to:

• Chop them up for the best homemade tartar sauce you've ever had.
• Use the pickle juice in my creamy red-skin potato salad.
• Add them to sandwiches, smash burgers, or Big mac smash burger tacos for extra flavor.
• Serve them alongside cheese on a charcuterie board.
• Eat them straight out of the jar for a crunchy snack!

Can I use cucumber spears instead of slices?

Absolutely! Spears work great too. They might need an extra day or two to fully pickle, but they're perfect for snacking.

What if I don't have fresh dill?

Fresh is best, but you could use 1-2 teaspoons of dill seeds instead. The flavor won't be as bright, but they'll still be delicious.

Can I reduce the sugar?

Sure thing! These pickles are pretty sweet, so you can start with ½ cup of sugar if you like a less sweet pickle. You can always add more later if you like.

How long do these pickles last?

They'll keep for about a month in the fridge. But honestly, in my house, they never last that long!

Can I process these pickles for long-term storage?

Yes, you can process these pickles in a water bath canner for 10 minutes to make them shelf-stable for up to one year.

More Easy Pickle Recipes

• Quick Pickled Carrots with Dill and Garlic
• Small Batch Bread and Butter Pickles
• Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles
• Old Fashioned Pickled Beets
• Mustard Bean Pickles

I hope you give these refrigerator sweet dill pickles a try. They've become a staple in my fridge, and I bet they will be in yours, too. If you make them, I'd love to hear how they turned out! Happy pickling! 😊

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Crispy Refrigerator Sweet Dill Pickles

This small-batch refrigerator sweet dill pickle recipe perfectly combines sweet and dill flavors. It's quick, easy, and oh-so-delicious. Plus, you don't need any fancy canning equipment - just a quart jar and a fridge!

Servings: 16 servings

Calories: 55kcal

NUTRITION INFORMATION

Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.004g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.002g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 42mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.1mg

The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.