Description
Pineapple Christmas Candy is a delightful holiday treat that combines juicy pineapple chunks with a sugary, cinnamon-kissed coating, creating an irresistible candy that’s perfect for festive gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe not only fills your home with a warm, sweet aroma but also brings back nostalgic memories of family celebrations. Enjoy these treats as a dessert, snack, or fun gift during the holiday season!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe pineapple, peeled and cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup unsweetened dried coconut flakes
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup maraschino cherries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix sugar, coconut flakes, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Toss each pineapple chunk in the sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Place the coated pineapple on the baking sheet and top with maraschino cherries if using.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg