Brown Sugar Grilled Pineapple
This delicious dessert features fresh pineapple caramelized on the grill with a sweet brown sugar glaze. It's a perfect treat for summer barbecues or any occasion, combining the natural sweetness of the fruit with a hint of smokiness.
Equipment
- 1 grill or grill pan
- 1 basting brush
- 1 small mixing bowl
- 1 tongs
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe pineapple About 3 pounds.
- ΒΌ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch salt
- to taste fresh mint leaves Optional for garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the top and bottom from the pineapple, stand it upright, cut the skin off, removing the eyes, and slice the pineapple into 1-inch thick rings.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, melted butter, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until well mixed.
- Use a basting brush to coat each pineapple ring generously with the brown sugar mixture on both sides.
- Once the grill is hot, place the pineapple rings on the grill. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until grill marks form and the pineapple becomes tender.
- Remove the grilled pineapple from the grill and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
- For an added flavor boost, consider marinating the pineapple in the brown sugar mixture for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Serve the grilled pineapple with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or yogurt for a delightful dessert combo.
Notes
For an added flavor boost, consider marinating the pineapple in the brown sugar mixture for 30 minutes before grilling.
Serve the grilled pineapple with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or yogurt for a delightful dessert combo.
This recipe can easily be doubled or halved based on your serving needs.