Claussen Pickle Chips – Crisp, Cold-Packed Pickle Slices
We cold-pack our pickle chips in the refrigerated section so they stay crunchy from the jar to your plate. Unlike shelf-stable pickles, Claussen pickle chips are never heated, preserving that signature snap and bright cucumber flavor customers have trusted for generations.
Each chip is sliced thin enough to layer onto sandwiches and burgers without overwhelming other ingredients, yet thick enough to deliver a satisfying crunch in every bite. We pack them in our classic brine with whole spices, dill, and garlic for the balanced flavor that’s made Claussen a household name since 1870.
- Cold-packed in the refrigerated aisle for maximum crunch
- Never heated – preserves fresh cucumber texture and flavor
- Thin-sliced for easy layering on burgers and sandwiches
- Classic brine with dill, garlic, and whole spices
- No artificial preservatives
Cold-pack process & ingredients
Our refrigerated pickle chips start with premium cucumbers we select for uniform size and texture. We slice them fresh and pack them cold in brine, skipping the heat-pasteurization step that softens most grocery store pickles.
The brine recipe combines water, vinegar, salt, and a proprietary blend of whole spices including dill seed, mustard seed, and garlic. Because we keep Claussen pickle chips refrigerated from packing through retail display, we preserve the cucumber’s natural firmness and bright green color.
Serving & pairing ideas
Stack three or four pickle chips on burgers to add crunch and cut through rich beef or cheese. The thin slice means you get pickle in every bite without the chips sliding out when you press down.
For deli sandwiches, layer the chips between sliced turkey or ham and cheese so the brine seasons each component. We’ve seen customers chop leftover pickle chips for tuna salad, potato salad, and deviled eggs when they want bright acidity and texture.
Storage & shelf life
Keep Claussen pickle chips in the refrigerator at all times, even before opening. The jar is designed to stay in your fridge door where you can grab it quickly for meal prep.
Once opened, reseal the lid tightly after each use and return the jar to the refrigerator immediately. Properly stored, opened jars stay fresh and crunchy for several weeks. The brine level should cover the pickles completely – if it drops, you can top it off with a mix of equal parts water and white vinegar plus a pinch of salt.
More Claussen refrigerated pickles
What people are saying
Common questions about Claussen pickle chips
We use a cold-pack process that skips the heat pasteurization most pickle brands use. This preserves the fresh cucumber crunch and bright flavor, but it means our pickles must stay refrigerated from production through purchase and storage. The cold temperature keeps them fresh and crisp without artificial preservatives.
Most grocery store pickles are heat-pasteurized on the shelf, which softens the cucumber texture. Our pickle chips are never heated and live in the refrigerated section, so they maintain a crispness closer to fresh cucumbers. We also use a proprietary spice blend with whole dill seed, garlic, and mustard seed rather than extracts or artificial flavors.
Absolutely. The firmness holds up well to battering and frying. Pat the chips dry with paper towels before coating to help the batter adhere. Many customers prefer our chips for frying because they don’t release as much moisture as softer pickles, which keeps the breading crunchier.
When you reseal the jar tightly and keep it refrigerated, opened pickle chips stay crunchy and flavorful for several weeks. Make sure the brine covers all the pickles. If the liquid level drops, you can top it off with a mixture of equal parts water and white vinegar plus a pinch of salt.
Yes, our pickle chips are certified kosher and contain no gluten ingredients. They’re also free from the eight major allergens and contain no animal products, making them suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets. Check the label for the kosher certification symbol.
We package our pickle chips in 20 oz resealable jars. Each jar contains approximately 40-45 chips depending on cucumber size. The jar is designed to fit in standard refrigerator door shelves for easy access.
Many customers use the leftover brine for quick-pickling vegetables like onions, carrots, or radishes. You can also add it to marinades, salad dressings, or Bloody Mary mixes for extra tang. Because it’s already seasoned with our spice blend, it adds instant flavor to recipes that call for vinegar or pickle juice.