Description
Pineapple Cowboy Candy is a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy, featuring tender pineapple chunks coated in a glossy syrup that glistens with a hint of heat. Each bite offers a burst of juicy sweetness followed by a warm, lingering spice that dances on the palate, making it an irresistible treat for adventurous eaters.
Ingredients
- Pineapple: 1 large ripe pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- Sugar: 2 cups granulated sugar
- Apple Cider Vinegar: 1 cup
- Red Pepper Flakes: 2 tablespoons (adjust for spice preference)
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Cloves: 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- Ginger: 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Water: 1 cup
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the sugar, apple cider vinegar, water, red pepper flakes, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the pineapple chunks to the pot and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pineapple is tender and the syrup thickens.
- Remove the pot from heat and let the mixture cool for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the pineapple and syrup into sterilized jars, ensuring the pineapple is fully submerged in the syrup.
- Seal the jars and let them cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
- Allow the candy to sit in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before serving to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- This candy can be made up to 2 weeks in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- For a spicier version, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Substitute pineapple with peaches or mango for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 35 grams
- Sodium: 5 milligrams
- Fat: 0 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 38 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 1 gram
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
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