Elsie'S Crispy Sweet Pickles

Prep: 720 min Cuisine: American

Elsie’s Crispy Sweet Pickles deliver a delightful combination of crunch and sweet tang, making them perfect for snacking or as a flavorful addition to meals. Their simple, no-cook process highlights fresh cucumber flavor with a savory pickling spice. Ideal for those who enjoy homemade, tangy pickles with a crispy texture.

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Ingredients

  • 4 gallons cucumbers
  • 2 gallons cold water
  • 4 cups coarse salt
  • 2 small boxes alum pickling spice
  • 1 gallon vinegar

Instructions

  1. Prepare a brine by dissolving 4 cups of coarse salt in 2 gallons of cold water.
  2. Wash and slice the cucumbers if desired or leave whole.
  3. Place cucumbers in a large container with the brine, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  4. Add 2 small boxes of alum pickling spice to the mixture.
  5. Pour in 1 gallon of vinegar over the cucumbers and spice.
  6. Allow the pickles to sit for approximately 12 days, maintaining a cool environment.
  7. After 12 days, remove the pickles, rinse if necessary, and store them in jars.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

62 kcal 3% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.3g 3% DV
Total Fat 0.2g
Carbs 13.7g 5% DV
Fiber 2g 7% DV
Sugar 4.1g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9mg
Potassium 143mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1mcg
Vitamin C 9.9mg 11% DV
Calcium 36.3mg 3% DV
Iron 0.5mg 3% DV
Diet fit Low-carb Under 400 cal Low-fat

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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