Pineapple on the Grill
Turn up the heat this summer with sweet and smoky **Pineapple on the Grill**, a quick and easy dessert bursting with tropical flavor. Fresh pineapple slices are brushed with a luscious glaze made from **brown sugar**, **honey**, **cinnamon**, and a hint of **vanilla**, then caramelized to perfection over open flames. The grilling process enhances the fruit’s natural sweetness while adding beautiful charred marks and a subtle smokiness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is versatile—enjoy it as a standalone treat, or pair it with a scoop of *vanilla ice cream* for the ultimate summer indulgence. Perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight grilling, this recipe will bring a taste of paradise to your plate. Keywords: grilled pineapple dessert, tropical recipes, summer grilling ideas.
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Ingredients
- 1 whole pineapple
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple, then slice off the skin. Remove any remaining 'eyes' from the pineapple flesh.
Step 3
Cut the pineapple into wedges or rings, about 1/2-inch thick. Remove the core from each piece if desired.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, ground cinnamon, honey, melted butter, and vanilla extract to form a glaze.
Step 5
Use a brush to generously coat each pineapple piece with the glaze on all sides.
Step 6
Place the pineapple slices on the preheated grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and the pineapple caramelizes.
Step 7
Remove the pineapple from the grill and let it cool slightly before serving.
Step 8
Serve warm as is, or pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delectable treat.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1016.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 934.7 |
| Total Fat 24.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 23.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 191.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 159.0g | |
| Protein 5.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 182.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1078.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories