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Glace Pineapple

Ananas comosus (source) Allergen-Free
Glace Pineapple

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Bromeliaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Western (baking), Tropical
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Pineapple

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

Candied pineapple pieces, preserved through a sugar-syrup immersion process, resulting in a sweet, chewy confection.

Sensory Profile

TasteVery Sweet, Tropical, Tangy (mild)
TextureChewy, Sticky, Firm
AromaSweet, Pineapple, Fruity
AcidityLow (sugar-buffered)

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 30g
Calories320 kcal
Total Fat0.1 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.5 g
Total Carbohydrate80 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
Total Sugars70 g
Calcium10 mg
Iron0.3 mg
Potassium80 mg

Chef’s Secret

Dice glace pineapple and toss it with a tablespoon of flour before adding to cake batters to prevent it from sinking to the bottom.

Substitutions

Best Match

Dried Pineapple

1:1

Closest in flavor and chewiness, often less sugary.

Candied Orange Peel

1:1

Similar texture and sweetness, offers a citrusy zest instead of tropical.

Glace Cherries

1:1

Similar candied fruit texture and sweetness, different fruit flavor.

Dried Apricots (chopped)

1:1

Provides chewiness and sweetness, good for general dried fruit substitutions in baking.

Buying Guide

Look for pliable pieces that aren't overly dry or rock-hard. Store in an airtight container.

Flavor Pairings

Coconut rum ginger vanilla nuts dark chocolate.