Simple 3-Ingredient Candied Pineapple (Print version)
Sweet, chewy candied pineapple rings made with just canned pineapple, sugar, and corn syrup.
# Ingredients:
For the candied pineapple
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2 cans (20 oz each) pineapple rings in juice, drained with 1 1/2 cups juice reserved
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3 cups (600 g) granulated sugar, divided
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1/4 cup (80 g) light corn syrup
# Instructions:
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Drain the pineapple rings and reserve 1 1/2 cups of the juice. Pat the rings lightly with paper towels so they are not dripping wet.
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Add the reserved pineapple juice, 2 cups of the sugar, and the corn syrup to a wide saucepan. Warm over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves, then simmer gently for 4 minutes.
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Reduce the heat to low. Add the pineapple rings in a loose layer and simmer for 45-50 minutes, turning every 10-15 minutes, until glossy and translucent.
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Transfer the rings to a cooling rack set over parchment paper. Let them dry at room temperature overnight, or dry in a 200°F oven for 25-30 minutes until tacky but not wet.
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Place the remaining 1 cup sugar in a shallow bowl. Roll each dried pineapple ring in sugar, then let the rings rest for 10 minutes before storing in an airtight container.
# Good to know:
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Drying time depends on humidity and the thickness of the pineapple rings.
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The leftover syrup can be used in drinks, glazes, or brushed over cakes.
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Best stored with parchment between layers to prevent sticking.