Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Pineapple Cowboy Candy—tender pineapple chunks soaked in a tangy, sweet syrup with a spicy kick. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a unique snack, this delightful treat is sure to impress your guests and elevate any meal. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it an irresistible addition to cheese boards, desserts, or even grilled dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe pineapple (peeled and cored)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
- 2 cinnamon sticks (broken into pieces)
- 5 whole cloves
- 1 cup filtered water
Instructions
- Cut the pineapple into bite-sized chunks.
- In a large saucepan, combine sugar, apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and water. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the pineapple chunks to the boiling syrup. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until syrup thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to sterilized jars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack/Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg