Grilled Pineapple
Grilled Pineapple is a simple yet elegant dessert or side that enhances the natural sweetness of pineapple through caramelization on the grill. Served warm, it pairs beautifully with toppings like whipped cream, ice cream, or syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into rings or spears
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil (for brushing grill)
- Whipped cream, ice cream, or syrup (optional, for serving)
- Fresh mint (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- If using, sprinkle pineapple slices with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Brush grill grates lightly with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
- Place pineapple on grill; cook 2-3 minutes per side until grill marks appear and pineapple is slightly caramelized.
- Remove from grill and serve warm with desired toppings and garnish with mint if using.
Notes
- Best served fresh off the grill for maximum flavor.
- Pairs well with both sweet and savory dishes, including grilled meats.
- Store leftovers in the fridge up to 2 days; reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pineapple
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://tastyera.com/grilled-pineapple/