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Candied-Style Dill Pickles

Candied-Style Dill Pickles balance bright tang with a pronounced, sugar-kissed sweetness and a gentle warmth from pickling spices. The slices keep their snap while soaking up a fragrant, sweet-and-tangy brine that’s perfect for topping sandwiches, pairing with barbecue, or serving on a charcuterie board. This is a great make-ahead condiment to keep on hand for picnics and casual gatherings.

  • Prep30 mins
  • Cook5 mins
  • Serves64
  • DifficultyEasy
Candied-Style Dill Pickles
  1. 1

    Drain the pickles; cut into 1/4-inch slices and place in a bowl. Stir in 2 cups sugar, cover, and leave at room temperature for 8 hours to overnight.

  2. 2

    Combine the remaining 2 cups sugar, the vinegar, water, and pickling spice in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Pour the sweet brine over the pickles; leave at room temperature for 8 hours to overnight.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, check the glass canning jars for cracks and the rings for rust, discarding any that are defective.

  4. 4

    Keep them immersed in simmering water until the pickles are ready.

  5. 5

    Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm, soapy water.

  6. 6

    Pack the pickles into the sterilized jars. Place the lids on top and screw the rings on tightly.

  7. 7

    Store in the refrigerator.

  8. 8

    Serve chilled.