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A kitchen countertop with fresh farm eggs in a spiral rack, a bag of Mrs. Wages pickling lime, and two mason jars filled with water glassed eggs preserved in a pickling lime solution. This traditional egg preservation method allows eggs to stay fresh for months without refrigeration. | Gathered In The Kitchen
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How To Water Glass Eggs with Pickling Lime

Learn how to preserve farm-fresh eggs for months using the water glassing method with pickling lime—a simple, time-tested technique for long-term egg storage!
Prep Time0 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Servings: 1 half gallon
Author: Stephanie | Gathered In The Kitchen

Ingredients

  • Fresh, unwashed eggs
  • Food-grade pickling lime
  • wide-mouth half gallon Ball jar
  • water faucet water is fine
  • measuring cup
  • digital scale or 1 ounce measuring spoon

Instructions

  • Measure the Water: Fill a measuring cup with 4 cups of water
  • Weigh the Pickling Lime: Place a small bowl on a digital scale, tare it out to zero, and measure 1 ounce of pickling lime
  • Mix the Solution: Pour the pickling lime into the water and stir well with a whisk until fully dissolved
  • Place Eggs in Jar: Add clean, unwashed eggs to a wide-mouth half-gallon jarMake sure they are free from straw, dirt, or poop (do not wash them—just ensure they are clean)Place the eggs pointy side up if possible and continue adding until the jar is full
  • Add the Pickling Lime: Slowly pour the pickling lime water into the jar until it reaches the top of the jar rim and fully covers the eggsSeal and Store:Screw on a reusable lid to secure the jarStore the jar in a dry, dark, and cool place until you’re ready to use the eggs