Sweet Cinnamon Candy Pickles
Elevate your snacking game with these delicious Sweet Cinnamon Candy Pickles. This unique recipe combines crunchy cucumbers with a delightful blend of warm spices and vivid colors, making them as visually appealing as they are tasty. Perfect for lunch boxes, as a side dish, or simply enjoyed on their own, these pickles will add a burst of flavor to any meal. A family favorite, this recipe makes a generous 12 pints, ensuring you'll have plenty to share with friends and loved ones. Don't miss out on this sweet and spicy treat that captures the essence of old-fashioned canning traditions.
12
Servings
275
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Prepared cucumbers
2 gallons (peeled, ends removed, cored, and cut into rings or sticks)
Water
8 1/2 quarts (for soaking cucumbers)
Pickling lime
2 cups (for soaking cucumbers)
Alum
1 tablespoon (for crispness)
Vinegar
2 cups (for syrup)
Water
2 cups (for syrup)
Red food coloring
1 1/2 ounces (for color)
Sugar
10 cups (for sweetness)
Cinnamon sticks
6 (for flavor)
Red cinnamon candies
8 -10 ounces (for additional sweetness and color)
Instructions
1
Begin by preparing your cucumbers: peel them, remove the ends, core them, and then cut them into rings or sticks. Measure them after slicing.
2
In a large container, combine 8 1/2 quarts of water with 2 cups of pickling lime to create a soaking solution.
3
Submerge the prepared cucumbers in the lime-water mixture and allow them to soak for 24 hours.
4
After soaking, drain the cucumbers and rinse them thoroughly in cold water at least three times to remove excess lime.
5
Next, cover the cucumbers with cold water and let them sit for an additional 3 hours.
6
While the cucumbers are soaking, prepare the syrup by combining 1 tablespoon of alum, 2 cups of vinegar, 2 cups of water, red food coloring, and 10 cups of sugar in a large pot. Add the 6 cinnamon sticks and the red cinnamon candies to the mixture.
7
Bring the syrup mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves. Then add the drained cucumbers to the pot.
8
Reduce the heat and let the cucumbers simmer gently, covered, for 2 hours. After 2 hours, remove the pot from heat and let it cool.
9
Leave the cucumbers in the syrup overnight at room temperature.
10
The following day, drain the syrup from the cucumbers, reheat it, and pour it back over the pickles. Repeat this process daily for the next 3 days, allowing the cucumbers to absorb the flavors.
11
Once the final day arrives, pack the pickles in hot, sterilized jars and seal them tightly. Store in a cool, dark place.
Nutrition Information
0g
Fat
71g
Carbs
1g
Protein
1g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Sweet Cinnamon Candy Pickles?
Sweet Cinnamon Candy Pickles are a unique snack that combines crunchy cucumbers with a sweet and spicy blend of cinnamon candies and warm spices, resulting in a vibrant red treat.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe produces a generous yield of 12 pints.
What quantity of cucumbers is required?
You will need 2 gallons of prepared cucumbers, measured after they have been peeled, cored, and sliced.
How should the cucumbers be prepared?
The cucumbers should be peeled, have their ends removed, be cored, and then be cut into either rings or sticks.
What is the purpose of pickling lime in this recipe?
Pickling lime is used in a soaking solution with water to help firm the cucumbers before the pickling process begins.
How long should the cucumbers soak in the lime-water mixture?
The cucumbers need to submerge and soak in the lime-water mixture for 24 hours.
How many times should I rinse the cucumbers after the lime soak?
The cucumbers should be rinsed thoroughly in cold water at least three times to ensure all excess lime is removed.
What is the second soaking step after rinsing the lime?
After rinsing the lime, cover the cucumbers with fresh cold water and let them sit for an additional 3 hours.
What ingredients are used to make the pickling syrup?
The syrup is made by combining alum, vinegar, water, red food coloring, sugar, cinnamon sticks, and red cinnamon candies.
How much sugar is needed for the syrup?
The recipe calls for 10 cups of sugar to create the sweet syrup base.
How much vinegar is used in the syrup mixture?
The syrup requires 2 cups of vinegar.
What role does alum play in the recipe?
One tablespoon of alum is added to the syrup to help maintain the crispness of the pickles.
How many cinnamon sticks should be added?
You should add 6 cinnamon sticks to the syrup mixture for flavor.
What kind of candies are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 8 to 10 ounces of red cinnamon candies to provide both sweetness and color.
How much red food coloring is required?
The recipe specifies using 1 1/2 ounces of red food coloring to achieve a vivid appearance.
How long do the cucumbers simmer in the syrup?
The cucumbers should simmer gently in the syrup, covered, for a duration of 2 hours.
What is the process after the initial 2-hour simmer?
After simmering, remove the pot from the heat, let it cool, and leave the cucumbers in the syrup overnight at room temperature.
What is the daily procedure for the days following the initial soak?
For the next 3 days, you must drain the syrup, reheat it, and pour it back over the cucumbers to allow them to absorb the flavors.
How should the pickles be stored long-term?
The pickles should be packed into hot, sterilized jars, sealed tightly, and stored in a cool, dark place.
What are the nutritional statistics per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 275 calories, 0g of fat, 71g of carbohydrates, and 1g of protein.
How much fiber is in a serving of these pickles?
Each serving contains 1g of fiber.
Is there any fat in this recipe?
No, these Sweet Cinnamon Candy Pickles contain 0g of fat.
What is the total ingredient count for this recipe?
There are 10 distinct ingredients used in this recipe.
What category does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized as Lunch/Snacks.
What is the recommended serving size?
The specific serving size is not listed, but the recipe makes 12 servings total, which equates to 12 pints.
Can you summarize the texture and flavor profile?
The pickles are described as crunchy, sweet, and spicy, capturing the essence of old-fashioned canning traditions.
How much water is used in the soaking phase?
The soaking phase requires 8 1/2 quarts of water mixed with pickling lime.
How much water is used specifically for the syrup?
The syrup mixture requires 2 cups of water.
Does the recipe require boiling the syrup?
Yes, you must bring the syrup mixture to a boil and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved before adding the cucumbers.
What temperature should the pickles be kept at when sitting overnight?
The pickles should be left in the syrup at room temperature overnight during the flavor absorption process.