Pineapple Cowboy Candy: The Ultimate Sweet & Spicy Treat
Back in the day, Grandma used to make spicy pickled jalapeños that lit up our sandwiches. One summer, she tossed in pineapple just for fun—and magic happened! This Pineapple Cowboy Candy is a mix of sweet, heat, and tang that wakes up your taste buds. Great with grilled meats, burgers, or just straight from the jar! Try it out and make some sweet memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
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2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (small dice)
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10–12 fresh jalapeños, sliced into rings
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2 cups sugar
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1 cup apple cider vinegar
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1 tsp turmeric
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½ tsp ground ginger
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Pinch of salt
Instructions
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In a saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar, turmeric, ginger, garlic powder, and salt. Bring to a boil while stirring.
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Add jalapeños and pineapple. Reduce heat and simmer for 4–5 minutes until everything softens slightly.
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Using a slotted spoon, transfer pineapple and jalapeños into sterilized jars.
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Continue to simmer the liquid for another 5–7 minutes to thicken slightly.
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Pour the hot syrup over the jars, covering the fruit.
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Seal jars and refrigerate once cool. Let them sit for at least 24 hours before enjoying (better after a week!).
Notes
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For less heat, remove seeds from jalapeños.
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Try it on cream cheese with crackers—it’s a crowd favorite!
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Use gloves when slicing jalapeños to avoid burning your hands.
Nutrition
- Calories: 35 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 8g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Protein: 0g