Crisp Sweet Pickles Recipe

These irresistible Crisp Sweet Pickles, a delightful cross between sweet and bread-and-butter pickles, are incredibly easy to make! Adapted from a Taste of Home recipe (Dec/Jan 2005), this recipe delivers a perfectly balanced sweet and tangy flavor that's perfect for any occasion. Get ready to enjoy the crunch!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 1183.1 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Crisp Sweet Pickles

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How to Make Crisp Sweet Pickles

  1. Combine cucumbers, onions, and salt in a large bowl. Let stand for 2 hours.
  2. Drain cucumbers and onions thoroughly. Rinse and drain again.
  3. In a large saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar, water, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved.
  4. Add the drained cucumbers and onions to the boiling mixture. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Carefully pack the pickles into sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Wipe jar rims clean.
  6. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust processing time based on your altitude).
  7. Remove jars from canner and let cool completely. Check seals to ensure they have popped.
  8. Once completely cooled, store in a cool, dark place. Allow pickles to sit for at least 2 weeks before serving for best flavor.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

485 g

Sugar

1134g

Fat

2g

Carbs

98g