Pineapple Cowboy Candy Recipe
Pineapple Cowboy Candy is a sweet and spicy treat that combines juicy pineapple chunks with a sticky, peppery syrup. Perfect as a topping, snack, or unique side dish, it’s a delightful balance of bold flavors that’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 3 cups
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 medium fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the pineapple: Peel, core, and cut into small chunks. Set aside.
- Cook the syrup: In a saucepan, combine sugar, apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes, and ground ginger. Boil over medium heat.
- Add pineapples: Stir in pineapple chunks and simmer for 10 minutes on low heat.
- Cool and store: Let it cool for 30 minutes, add mint leaves if desired, then transfer to jars and refrigerate for 24 hours.
- Serve: Enjoy as a topping or snack!
Notes
- Adjust the heat level by increasing or decreasing the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Ensure jars are sterilized to extend shelf life.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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