Description
This grilled pineapple recipe is a simple yet flavorful treat, featuring fresh pineapple slices coated in a sweet and spicy brown sugar cinnamon glaze, then grilled to caramelized perfection. It makes for an easy side dish or dessert, perfect for summer barbecues.
Ingredients
- 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into rings or spears
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or vegetable oil (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Sprinkle or rub the sugar mixture onto the pineapple slices, coating them evenly.
- Optionally, brush the pineapple with melted butter or oil to enhance caramelization.
- Place the pineapple slices on the grill and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and the sugar has caramelized.
- Remove from the grill and serve warm as a side or dessert.
Notes
- Use ripe pineapple for the best sweetness and flavor.
- Grilled pineapple pairs well with vanilla ice cream or alongside grilled meats.
- You can use a grill pan or indoor grill if you don’t have an outdoor grill.
- Add a splash of lime juice or honey for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Dessert
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
