Description
Pineapple Cowboy Candy is a sweet, tangy, and spicy treat. It combines fresh pineapple with a flavorful syrup for a unique snack.
Ingredients
- Fresh pineapple, diced into small chunks
- Granulated sugar
- Apple cider vinegar
- Red pepper flakes
- Ground ginger
- Fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- Peel, core, and cut the pineapple into small chunks.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes, and ground ginger. Bring to a gentle boil, ensuring sugar dissolves.
- Add pineapple chunks, stir to coat. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly. Stir in fresh mint if using.
- Transfer to sterilized jars. Seal and let cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
- Let rest for 24 hours. Serve as a topping or snack.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
- Use sterilized jars for longer storage.
- Allowing the candy to rest for 24 hours enhances the flavor.
- Serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Pineapple, candy, spicy, sweet, snack, cowboy candy, fruit, appetizer