Poached Pineapple Sundaes

Transform your dessert game with these luscious Poached Pineapple Sundaes, a tropical treat that’s as indulgent as it is elegant. Perfectly ripe pineapple is gently poached in a fragrant syrup infused with vanilla bean, cinnamon, and star anise, creating a tender and beautifully aromatic base. Topped with creamy vanilla ice cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce, and a sprinkle of toasted coconut for irresistible crunch, this dessert strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself, these sundaes are an easy, show-stopping finale to any meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re a celebration of tropical flavors and textures in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 whole Pineapple
• 2 cups Water
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 Vanilla bean
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 2 Star anise
• 4 scoops Vanilla ice cream
• 0.25 cups Shredded coconut
• 0.25 cups Caramel sauce

Directions

Step 1

Peel the pineapple, remove the core, and slice it into rings about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine water, granulated sugar, honey, cinnamon stick, star anise, and the seeds scraped from the vanilla bean along with the bean pod itself.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has dissolved completely.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium-low and add the pineapple slices to the saucepan, ensuring they are submerged in the syrup.

Step 5

Poach the pineapple for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until it becomes tender and slightly translucent but retains its shape.

Step 6

Using a slotted spoon, remove the pineapple slices from the syrup and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 7

Increase the heat to high and simmer the syrup for an additional 5–10 minutes until it thickens slightly into a light sauce.

Step 8

Toast the shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.

Step 9

To assemble the sundaes, place one or two pieces of poached pineapple in a serving bowl or glass.

Step 10

Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of the pineapple slices.

Step 11

Drizzle with the reduced poaching syrup and caramel sauce.

Step 12

Sprinkle toasted coconut over the top for crunch and garnish.

Step 13

Serve immediately and enjoy your tropical dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1966.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2117.8

Total Fat 51.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 142.2mg	0%
Sodium 532.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 420.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 368.9g
Protein 17.8g	0%

Vitamin D 3.2IU	0%
Calcium 596.5mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 1868.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.8%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 75.9%