Pineapple Cowboy Candy
Sweet and spicy, Pineapple Cowboy Candy is candied pineapple simmered in a fiery syrup with brown sugar and spices. This addictive treat is perfect as a snack or topping for grilled meats and cheeses.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups
- Category: Snack
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch thick rings
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cut pineapple slices into smaller, bite-sized pieces.
- In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, water, honey, chili flakes, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), cinnamon, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the pineapple pieces to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly with the syrup.
- Simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the pineapple is translucent and the syrup has thickened significantly. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
- Remove from heat and let the Pineapple Cowboy Candy cool completely in the syrup.
- Transfer the candied pineapple to a jar and spoon some syrup over it. Store in the refrigerator.
Notes
Serve Pineapple Cowboy Candy on its own as a snack, or use it as a topping for grilled meats, cheeses, or even ice cream. The syrup can be drizzled over cocktails or used as a glaze.
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