Description
Kool-Aid Pickles, also known as Koolickles, are a fun and flavorful twist on traditional dill pickles. By marinating pickles in a mixture of pickle juice, Kool-Aid powder, sugar, and water, you get a vibrant, sweet, and tangy snack that’s perfect for adventurous taste buds. This no-cook recipe is easy to prepare and requires only a few ingredients, making it an ideal treat to spice up your snack game.
Ingredients
Scale
Pickles
- 1 (32 oz) jar of dill pickle spears or whole pickles
Marinade
- 1 packet (0.13 oz) of Kool-Aid (cherry, tropical punch, or your favorite flavor)
- 1/2 to 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Pour Pickle Juice: Pour the pickle juice from the jar into a large mixing bowl, which will serve as the base for the Kool-Aid marinade.
- Remove Pickles: Take the pickles out of the jar and set them aside temporarily.
- Mix Marinade: Add the Kool-Aid powder and sugar into the pickle juice, stirring thoroughly until the sugar has completely dissolved.
- Return Pickles: Place the pickles back into the original jar or transfer them to a new airtight container for marinating.
- Add Marinade: Pour the Kool-Aid mixture over the pickles, making sure they are fully submerged in the liquid.
- Seal and Refrigerate: Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 5-7 days, shaking the jar once daily to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Serve: After marinating, serve the Kool-Aid pickles chilled and enjoy the unique, sweet, and tangy snack.
Notes
- You can adjust the sugar level to make the pickles sweeter or more tart based on your preference.
- Choose your favorite Kool-Aid flavor for a personalized twist; cherry and tropical punch are popular choices.
- Shake the jar daily to help the flavors infuse evenly into the pickles.
- The longer you marinate, the stronger the Kool-Aid flavor will be, but 5-7 days is ideal for balance.
- Store in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 weeks for best quality and safety.
