Award Winning Pineapple Preserves Recipe

These Award-Winning Pineapple Preserves are unbelievably easy to make with only TWO ingredients! Inspired by a recipe from Down Under, this simple recipe delivers incredibly delicious results. Perfect for adding a burst of tropical flavor to your favorite recipes or enjoying on toast, these preserves are a must-try. No more searching – this recipe guarantees success! Get ready to impress with these vibrant and flavorful preserves. See why Diana's review called this recipe 'award-winning'!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 944.2 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.4 (33 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Award Winning Pineapple Preserves

  • 4 cups fresh pineapple, finely chopped
  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)

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How to Make Award Winning Pineapple Preserves

  1. Combine 4 cups of finely chopped fresh pineapple and 4 cups of granulated sugar in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to simmer, stirring frequently, for 20-25 minutes, or until the preserves reach 220°F (104°C) on a candy thermometer and have thickened considerably. The mixture should sheet off a spoon.
  4. Remove from heat and immediately skim off any foam that has formed on the surface.
  5. Ladle the hot preserves into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
  6. Wipe the rims of the jars clean with a damp cloth.
  7. Place lids and screw bands onto the jars fingertip tight.
  8. Process the jars in a boiling water bath canner for 10 minutes (adjust processing time based on your altitude; consult a canning guide for specific instructions).
  9. Remove the jars from the canner and let them cool completely, undisturbed, on a towel-lined surface for 24 hours. You should hear a satisfying 'pop' as the jars seal.
  10. Check the seals. Press down on the center of each lid. If it doesn't flex, the jar is sealed. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

962g

Fat

0g

Carbs

81g

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