Kool Aid Pickles (Easy Salty Sweet Koolickles)
Kool Aid Pickles are a punchy, colorful snack with a fun tart flavor. Make and store them right in the pickle jar. Talk about easy peasy!
Ingredients
- 1 (24-ounce) jar dill pickle spears
- 1 packet red or blue Kool-Aid (Cherry and Tropical Punch are favorites)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Add the Kool-Aid: Open 1 (24-ounce) jar dill pickle spears and pour 1 packet red or blue Kool-Aid directly into the liquid. Close the lid tightly and shake the jar until the powder begins to dissolve.
- Add the Sugar: Open the jar again and slowly pour in 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Wait a few seconds for it to settle before sealing the lid.
- Shake it Up: Shake the jar well to mix the Kool-Aid and sugar into the brine.
- Chill and Infuse: Place the jar in the refrigerator and let it chill for 3 to 5 days, shaking once a day to keep the flavors evenly distributed.
- Serve: Once the pickles are deeply colored and fully infused, serve cold and enjoy!
Notes
Storage: Store the pickles in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. Keep them submerged in the liquid to preserve color and flavor.
Flavor Notes: Cherry and Tropical Punch give you that classic red koolickle color, but you can experiment with any flavor you love. Blue raspberry, grape, and watermelon are all wild and delicious.
Customization Ideas: Try using sliced pickles or chips instead of spears for party trays. Use less sugar if you want a more tangy bite, or add more if you like things sweet-sweet.
Make It a Party Trick: Serve koolickles at cookouts, kids’ parties, or holiday spreads. They’re always the most talked-about snack on the table.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 46cal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 916mg | Sugar: 10g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 0.3mg