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Flavorful Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe Easy Homemade Sweet Brine Snack

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A quick and easy recipe for sweet and tangy bread and butter pickles made with a flavorful sweet brine, perfect for snacking and sandwiches.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium Kirby cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup kosher salt
  • 2 cups apple cider vinegar (5% acidity)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 1 tablespoon celery seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the cucumbers and onions thinly, about 1/8-inch thickness.
  2. Place sliced cucumbers and onions in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1/4 cup kosher salt. Toss gently to combine and let rest for 1 to 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
  3. Drain and rinse the cucumbers and onions thoroughly under cold water to remove excess salt, then gently press to remove as much water as possible.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, ground turmeric, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring to dissolve sugar completely, about 5 minutes.
  5. Pack the drained cucumbers and onions into clean quart-sized mason jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
  6. Pour the hot sweet brine over the cucumber mixture in the jars, ensuring all slices are submerged. Use a spoon or chopstick to release any trapped air bubbles.
  7. Seal the jars tightly and let cool to room temperature before refrigerating. Pickles are ready to eat after 24 hours but taste best after 2 to 3 days.

Notes

For crisper pickles, skip rinsing but reduce salt in brine slightly to avoid over-salting. Use fresh, firm cucumbers for best texture. Refrigerate promptly to maintain crunch. Flavor improves after 2-3 days. For longer storage, process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.

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