Store-bought dill pickles are macerated overnight in sugar, then marinated the next night in a sweet vinegar brine, which makes the pickles taste like candy.
Preparation Time
30 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
54 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Drain pickles and slice into 1/4-inch pieces. Place in a medium bowl with 2 cups sugar. Stir, cover, and allow to stand at room temperature for 8 hours to overnight.
Step 2
Mix remaining 2 cups sugar, vinegar, water, and pickling spice together in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Pour over pickles. Allow to stand at room temperature for 8 hours to overnight.
Step 3
Transfer pickles to sterile jars and store in the refrigerator. Serve chilled.
