How to Make Crisp Bread and Butter Pickles - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something special about homemade pickles that store-bought versions just can't match. From the crunch to the tangy flavor, homemade pickles are a beloved addition to any meal. If you're a fan of pickles, you'll love this recipe for crisp bread and butter pickles. These pickles are the perfect combination of sweet and tangy, with a satisfying crunch that will keep you coming back for more.

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Ingredients

  • 7 Ball or Kerr pint (16 oz) jars with lids and bands
  • 4 pounds 4- to 6-inch cucumbers, cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 2 pounds onions, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup canning salt
  • 3 cups vinegar
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 2 tablespoons mustard seed
  • 2 teaspoons turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons celery seed
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon peppercorns
  • Ball pickle crisp granules

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 13 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 14 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 28
  • Yield: 7 pints

  • Immerse the pint jars in simmering water until needed. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  • Combine cucumbers and onions in a large bowl, layering with canning salt: cover with ice cubes. Let stand for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Drain; rinse; drain again and set aside.
  • Combine vinegar, sugar, mustard seed, turmeric, celery seed, ginger, and peppercorns in a large pot; bring to a boil. Add drained cucumbers and onions; return to a boil.
  • Pack cucumber mixture and liquid into the hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/2 inch of the top. Add rounded 1/8 teaspoon pickle crisp granules to each jar. Remove air bubbles. Top with the lids and screw the rings on tightly.
  • Process in a boiling-water canner for 10 minutes, adjusting for altitude.
  • Remove the jars from the canner and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.
  • Nutrition

    82 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 2024mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 19mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 108mg