Description
A captivating confection of pineapple chunks bathed in sweet syrup with a spicy kick, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- Pineapple Chunks (Fresh or canned)
- Granulated Sugar
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Cayenne Pepper
- Cinnamon
- Vanilla Extract
- Salt
Instructions
- Blend your syrup: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, apple cider vinegar, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until it forms a smooth syrup.
- Coat the pineapple: Add the pineapple chunks to your syrup, using a spatula to fold the pieces in until coated.
- Heat the mixture: Transfer to a saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently. Cook for about 10-15 minutes until the syrup thickens.
- Cool and store: Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then transfer to a jar and refrigerate for a few hours before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead: Prepare a day in advance to intensify flavors. Store in an airtight jar for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pineapple, candy, sweet and spicy, summer dessert, appetizer