🍍 Smoked Candied Pineapple Recipe
Smoky Story of Smoked Candied Pineapple; Smoked candied pineapple is one of those unique culinary delights that seamlessly marries contrasting flavors—smoky and sweet, tropical and rich.
Ingredients
- 1 fresh ripe pineapple (or one large can of pineapple rings, drained)
- ½ cup brown sugar light or dark
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ÂĽ teaspoon ground ginger optional, for a warm kick
- 1 pinch of cayenne pepper optional, for heat
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- Wood chips for smoking applewood, cherry, or pecan recommended
Instructions
- Prep the Pineapple
- If using fresh pineapple, slice off the top and bottom, remove the skin, and core the fruit. Slice into ½-inch thick rings or chunks.
- Pat the pineapple dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Make the Glaze
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, honey or maple syrup, cinnamon, melted butter, and optional spices (ginger or cayenne) until it forms a thick glaze.
- Coat the Pineapple
- Brush each pineapple ring generously on both sides with the glaze. If you're using chunks, toss them gently in a bowl with the glaze to coat evenly.
- Preheat Your Smoker
- Heat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) and add fruit-friendly wood chips like apple or cherry. Let the smoke build before placing the fruit.
- Smoke the Pineapple
- Place the glazed pineapple slices directly on the smoker grate or use a grill-safe pan lined with foil.
- Smoke for 2 to 2.5 hours, brushing with extra glaze halfway through.
- You’re looking for a deep caramelized color and slight charring on the edges.
- Cool Slightly and Serve
- Remove from smoker and let rest 5–10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temp.