Christmas Red Pickles
Christmas Red Pickles deliver a nostalgic, candied-apple vibe with crisp cucumber slices soaked in cinnamon sticks and red hot candies. Sweet, tangy, and ruby-hued, they make a festive accent for holiday snack boards, gifts, or as a vivid relish alongside roasted meats and sandwiches.
- Prep40 mins
- Cook2 hrs 35 mins
- Serves80
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Christmas Red Pickles, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 21 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 4 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 48 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 72
- Heart Health
- 48
- Metabolic
- 15
- Digestive
- 36
- Inflammatory
- 8
- Performance
- 22
- General Wellness
- 1
Peel the cucumbers, cut them in half lengthwise, and use a spoon to scrape out the seeds. Slice the halves into 1/4-inch half-circles and place them in a glass or ceramic crock. Dissolve the pickling lime in about 1 quart of room-temperature water; pour it over the cucumbers, then add more water to cover the cucumbers by 1/2 inch. Let stand at room temperature for 24 hours.
- 2
Drain the cucumbers and rinse thoroughly with cold water. Place them in a large stockpot and cover with cold water. Let stand at room temperature for 3 hours, then drain and rinse again.
- 3
Return the cucumbers to the stockpot. Add 1 cup vinegar, the food coloring, the alum, and enough water to cover by 1/2 inch. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 2 hours. Drain and let cool slightly before transferring to the glass or ceramic crock.
- 4
Combine the sugar, remaining 2 cups vinegar, 2 cups water, red hot candies, and cinnamon sticks in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and candies dissolve. Pour over the warm cucumbers. Cover and let sit for 8 hours to overnight.
- 5
Pack the pickles into hot, sterilized pint jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the inside of the jars to release any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Place the lids on and screw the rings on tightly.
- 6
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill it halfway with water. Bring to a boil and use a holder to lower the jars, spaced 2 inches apart, into the boiling water. Add more boiling water to cover the jars by at least 1 inch. Return to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 15 to 20 minutes.
- 7
Remove the jars from the stockpot and let them rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to make sure it does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and keep in a cool, dark place. Refrigerate any jars that do not seal.
- Calories 83.33 kcal Low Source 4%
- Protein 0.01 g Low Source 0%
- Carbohydrate 21.63 g 8%
- Total Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 2.93 mg Low Source 0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.84 g Low Source 3%
- Total Sugars 20.39 g --
- Added Sugars 0.25 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 1.5 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.01 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 0.65 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.02 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.01 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Food Dyes 🎨
About This Recipe
Christmas Red Pickles is made with 6 ingredients and serves 80. It takes about 3 hrs 15 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cinnamon Candy, Cinnamon Sticks, Red Food Coloring, and Sugar. Each serving provides about 83.33 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Christmas Red Pickles made of?
- The main ingredients are Cinnamon Candy, Cinnamon Sticks, Red Food Coloring, Sugar, Vinegar. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Christmas Red Pickles?
- About 3 hrs 15 mins in total: 40 mins to prepare and 2 hrs 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 83.33 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Christmas Red Pickles easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 6 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Christmas Red Pickles healthy?
- Christmas Red Pickles has an easyChef Pro health score of 25/100. Per serving, it provides 83.33 calories and 0.01 g of protein, or 0% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus, Shellfish and Food Dyes, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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