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Candy-Coated Pink Glazed Pineapple Wedges

Fresh, juicy pineapple wedges coated in a thick, sweet pink glaze and generously topped with vibrant, crunchy crushed hard candies for a fun, colorful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 wedges
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 whole ripe fresh pineapple rind left on, cut into thick wedges
  • 12 oz pink candy melts or thick pink icing
  • 1 cup mixed hard candies like Jolly Ranchers, crushed
  • 1 tsp coconut oil optional, for thinning candy melts

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp Knife
  • Paper Towels
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Ziploc bags

Method
 

  1. Slice the fresh pineapple into thick wedges, leaving the tough outer rind attached to act as a handle.
  2. Thoroughly pat the exposed flesh of the pineapple wedges dry with paper towels to remove surface moisture. For best results, let them air dry in the fridge for 20 minutes.
  3. Place hard candies in a heavy-duty sealed bag and crush them into coarse, sparkling chunks using a rolling pin.
  4. Melt the pink candy melts in the microwave at 50% power in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth. Add a tiny bit of coconut oil if the mixture is too thick.
  5. Spoon or dip the pink glaze generously over the dried top surface of each pineapple wedge.
  6. Immediately sprinkle the crushed candies heavily over the wet pink glaze before it sets.
  7. Place the coated wedges on a parchment-lined tray and chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes until the glaze is completely hardened. Serve the same day.

Notes

It is absolutely crucial to dry the surface of the pineapple before applying the glaze, otherwise, the icing will slide right off. These are best eaten the same day, as the hard candy will eventually melt from the fruit's moisture.