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Pineapple Cowboy Candy

Pineapple Cowboy Candy: Sweet & Spicy Preserves You’ll Love

Pineapple Cowboy Candy is a vibrant blend of sweet pineapple and fiery jalapeños, perfect for adding excitement to your meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 24 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 9 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 large Fresh Pineapple Cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 2 medium Jalapeños Sliced, remove seeds for milder flavor
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Vinegar No substitutes recommended
  • 2 cups Sugar Essential for canning purposes
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh is best
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice preferred

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • Canning Jars
  • Ladle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the pineapple and slice the jalapeños.
  2. Mix the Base Ingredients: Combine jalapeños, pineapple, sugar, vinegar, ginger, and lemon juice in a pot.
  3. Bring to a Gentle Boil: Increase heat to bring the mix to a boil for about 5 minutes.
  4. Simmer for Flavor Development: Reduce heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes.
  5. Sterilize the Jars: Boil jars for 10 minutes to sterilize.
  6. Fill the Sterilized Jars: Ladle the mixture into jars, leaving headspace.
  7. Cool and Seal the Jars: Let the jars cool undisturbed for 12–24 hours.
  8. Store Your Delicious Preserve: Store in a cool dark place.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin C: 15mg

Notes

Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place for up to a year. Refrigerate after opening.

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