Copycat Bick’s Dill Pickle Recipe – Easy Homemade Dill Pickles

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If you’ve ever wondered how to make Bick’s pickles at home, you’re in the right place. This copycat Bick’s dill pickle recipe is simple, delicious, and gives you that classic garlicky crunch you know and love. With just vinegar, water, salt, sugar, and a few spices, you can recreate store-bought Bick’s pickles right in your kitchen.

Whether you’re brand new to home canning or a seasoned pro, this recipe is foolproof and can be preserved using either the open-kettle method or water bath canning for longer storage. The best part? You can customize the flavor with more garlic, fresh dill, or even spicy peppers.

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Why You’ll Love This Copycat Bick’s Pickle Recipe

• Tastes just like Bick’s dill pickles – tangy, crunchy, garlicky goodness.
• Customizable – add more garlic, dill, or chili peppers to suit your taste.
• Beginner-friendly canning recipe – no special skills needed.
• Clean ingredients – no preservatives, just vinegar, cucumbers, and spices.

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Ingredients for Homemade Bick’s Dill Pickles

Brine (per batch):

• 5 cups white vinegar
• 5 cups water
• 6 tbsp pickling salt
• 2.5 tbsp white sugar

For the jars:

• Fresh pickling cucumbers (small, firm, fresh)
• Fresh dill sprigs (to taste)
• Garlic cloves (to taste)
• Whole peppercorns or spicy peppers (optional)

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare cucumbers – Wash well and trim the blossom ends.
2. Make the brine – In a pot, combine vinegar, water, pickling salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil until dissolved.
3. Pack the jars – Add dill, garlic, and any extras (peppercorns, chili peppers) to the jars. Tightly pack with cucumbers.
4. Pour the brine – Cover cucumbers completely with hot brine.
5. Seal the jars – Either use the open-kettle method (pour brine into hot jars and seal) or process in a boiling water bath canner for 10 minutes.
6. Let them pickle – For the best Bick’s flavor, wait at least 1 month minimum before opening.

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Tips for the Best Homemade Dill Pickles

• Crunchy pickles every time: Use the freshest cucumbers you can find.
• Boost flavor: Add extra garlic or dill to match your taste.
• Spice it up: Toss in chili flakes or whole hot peppers for spicy dill pickles.
• Get the right tools: A canning funnel, jar lifter, and appropriate canning jars.

👉 Link to canning kits, Mason jars, pickling spice blends, and water bath canner

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Homemade vs Store-Bought Pickles

Why make your own when you can buy a jar of Bick’s? Easy: homemade pickles are cheaper, healthier, and fresher. You know exactly what goes into them, and you can make them taste exactly how you want—garlickier, spicier, or even with a twist like mustard seed or coriander. If you are on the hunt for quality garden seeds – check out Seeds Now!

👉 Link to gardening seeds for cucumber

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FAQ: Copycat Bick’s Pickles

How long do homemade Bick’s pickles last?
If water bath canned, they last up to a year in storage. Open-kettle pickles should be kept in the fridge and eaten within a few months.

Do I need to sterilize jars first?
Yes, always use clean, sterilized jars to prevent spoilage.

Can I reuse store-bought Bick’s jars?
You can reuse the glass jars, but always use new lids for safe sealing.

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Check Out My Other Favorite Pickle Recipe

If you loved this copycat Bick’s pickle recipe, you’ll also want to try my other go-to pickle recipe. It’s just as easy, with a slightly different twist in flavor. Great Grandmas Dilly Pickles – Modern Homestead Haven

Check out my guide to growing cucumbers!

Final Thoughts

This copycat Bick’s pickle recipe gives you that same nostalgic, crunchy dill pickle flavor at home—with room to customize it just the way you like. With a handful of ingredients and simple canning supplies, you’ll have pantry shelves lined with homemade dill pickles that rival the store-bought jars.

So grab some fresh cucumbers, pick up a few canning jars, and start making your own homemade Bick’s pickles today!