Best 2 Candied Dill Pickles Recipes

Candied dill pickles, a sweet and tangy treat, combine the flavors of sugar, vinegar, and dill to create a delightful snack or addition to various dishes. This article presents two delectable recipes for candied dill pickles: a traditional method using whole pickles and a unique variation that employs pickle spears. Both recipes offer easy-to-follow instructions and yield delicious results. Whether you prefer the classic whole pickle or the bite-sized spears, these recipes cater to your taste preferences. Let's dive in and explore the art of creating candied dill pickles in the comfort of your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CANDIED DILL PICKLES

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My backwoods Mississippi grandmother loves to can her own sweet pickles! Here's how she does it! My grandmother stresses that you shouldn't leave them unrefrigerated for more than four or five hours, or they may not keep. She says it's easy and very good! My grandmother rotates the can by turning it upside down every other day, then back over. Within about a week, the pickles will be sweet and delicious!

Provided by crimsontide

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Pickled

Time P7DT10m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

2 ¾ cups white sugar
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
1 (32 ounce) jar dill pickle slices, drained

Steps:

Stir sugar and cider vinegar together in a large bowl until the sugar is dissolved. Add pickle slices and stir to coat. Pour into a jar and seal. Store in refrigerator, flipping the jar daily, for 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 359.1 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

CANDIED DILL PICKLES

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My aunt gave me this recipe and I can never make enough. They are sweet and crisp with just a little zip. Everyone loves them. These are just great for gift giving and can be made anytime of the year as they start with prepared dill pickles.

Provided by Kathie Carr

Categories Other Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 gal dill pickles
4 c sugar, divided
1 c apple cider vinegar
1 c reserved dill pickle juice
2 Tbsp penzey or other good brand mixed pickling spices
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

1. Drain pickles and save juice. Cut whole pickles in 1/4 to 1/2 inch slices. Thicker slices seem more crunchy when finished. Mix 2 cups sugar with pickles, cover, and set aside at room temperature overnight. Stir pickles several times during this period.
2. The next day drain liquid that has accumlated in pickle bowl. In saucepan mix 2 cups sugar, vinegar, pickle juice, spices, and red pepper. Bring this mixture to a boil. Sugar should be dissolved. Pour over drained pickles chunks and stir. Cover bowl and set aside at room temperature overnight. Stir pickles several times during this period.
3. The next day pack pickles and brine which has accumlated in pint or half pint jars. Store in refrigerator. Pickles should be used within 3 months but they won't last that long!
4. NOTE: If you run low on liquid you can make more as in Step 2. Pickles should be covered with liquid in jars. I like the spices left in jars with pickles. If you prefer you can tie spices in cheese cloth and remove them from pickles before packing in jars. Your pickles will not be as spicy however and I think the zip is the real treat in this recipe.

Tips:

Choose fresh, crisp dill pickles for the best results.
Use a sharp knife to cut the pickles into uniform slices.
Make sure the sugar syrup is boiling before adding the pickles.
Stir the pickles occasionally while they are cooking in the syrup.
Remove the pickles from the syrup when they are translucent and have a slightly chewy texture.
Roll the pickles in granulated sugar while they are still warm.
Store the candied dill pickles in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Conclusion:

Candied dill pickles are a sweet and tangy treat that can be enjoyed as a snack or used as a garnish for cocktails and other drinks. They are also a great addition to cheese plates and charcuterie boards. With a little bit of time and effort, you can easily make your own candied dill pickles at home. So next time you have a craving for something sweet and sour, give this recipe a try!