So Easy Sweet Pickles
Sweet pickles with a tangy sugary glaze, perfect as a snack or condiment, appealing to those who love crunchy, flavorful preserves with a hint of vinegar.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Pour off all juice from a quart jar of dill pickles.
- Do not wash the pickles.
- Slice pickles thin.
- Add sugar and vinegar to the sliced pickles.
- Sit for 3 days, turning every time you pass the icebox during the first day or two.
Tips & Substitutions
For a more complex flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of mustard seeds or a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the pickling mixture. If you prefer a tangier taste, you can reduce the sugar slightly or increase the apple cider vinegar. Make sure to slice the pickles evenly for consistent sweetness absorption. This recipe is a great way to use up extra dill pickles from other American recipes.
Serving Suggestions
These sweet pickles make an excellent addition to a charcuterie board or as a topping for sandwiches. They pair beautifully with Peach Waldorf Salad for a refreshing contrast. You can also serve them alongside grilled meats or on burgers for a delightful crunch. For a unique twist, try them chopped up in Oatmeal Jam Bars for added sweetness.
Storage & Reheating
Store the sweet pickles in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to two weeks. The flavors will intensify as they sit. Since they're not canned, reheating is not necessary; they are best enjoyed chilled straight from the jar. If you have leftovers, keep them submerged in the liquid to maintain their crunch.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of So Easy Sweet Pickles contains roughly 166 calories, with 3g protein, 31g carbohydrates, and 0g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (49% of the Daily Value) and dietary fiber (20% of the Daily Value), and a good source of potassium. It also contributes 6g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
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).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use other types of pickles for this recipe?
Yes, you can experiment with other pickles like bread and butter or even spicy dill pickles. Each type will impart its unique flavor, so feel free to adjust the sugar and vinegar quantities according to your taste preference.
How long do these pickles need to sit before they are ready?
The pickles should sit for at least three days, with turns during the first couple of days to ensure even absorption of flavors. However, for an even deeper flavor, you can let them sit for up to a week.
Are these sweet pickles suitable for canning?
This recipe is intended for quick refrigerator pickles and isn't suitable for long-term canning due to the high sugar content and lack of proper preservation methods. Keep them refrigerated and enjoy them fresh!
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).