Sunshine Dill Pickles Recipe

These Sunshine Dill Pickles are a family heirloom recipe, passed down through generations! Once you taste these incredibly crunchy, tangy pickles, you'll understand why we devoured an entire jar in a flash. This recipe, lovingly dubbed "Gramma Smart Pickles" after our Wisconsin neighbor, makes a delicious gallon batch – perfect for summer snacking or gifting. They're so good, you'll want to make them again and again! Enjoy the sun-kissed flavor and crisp texture. Learn the secret to making these addictive pickles and impress your friends and family!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 5775 mins
Calories 50.2 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Sunshine Dill Pickles

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How to Make Sunshine Dill Pickles

  1. Combine cucumbers, dill, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a large, clean glass jar.
  2. In a saucepan, bring water, vinegar, sugar, and salt to a boil, stirring until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
  3. Carefully pour the hot brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Leave about an inch of headspace at the top of the jar.
  4. Place a weight (like a small glass jar filled with water) on top of the cucumbers to keep them submerged.
  5. Allow the pickles to sit at room temperature for 24 hours.
  6. After 24 hours, move the jar to the refrigerator and let it sit for at least 7 days before enjoying the pickles.
  7. Once the pickles have reached your desired level of tanginess (longer is more tangy), enjoy or transfer to smaller jars for longer storage (refrigerate for months or can for longer shelf life).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2358 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sunshine Dill Pickles?

Sunshine Dill Pickles takes about 5835 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 5775 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sunshine Dill Pickles?

Sunshine Dill Pickles has approximately 50.2 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sunshine Dill Pickles?

The key ingredients for Sunshine Dill Pickles are Dill, Garlic Clove, Cucumber, White Vinegar, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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