Description
Delight in the tropical sweetness of grilled pineapple slices, perfectly caramelized with a honey-cinnamon glaze. This versatile recipe offers a quick and easy way to elevate fresh pineapple into a delicious side dish, dessert, or topping that’s vegan and gluten-free.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pineapple Slices
- 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
For the Glaze
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat to ensure it’s hot enough to caramelize the pineapple slices perfectly.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, honey, ground cinnamon, melted butter, and lime juice. Mix until smooth to create a flavorful glaze.
- Glaze the Pineapple: Using a pastry brush, coat both sides of each pineapple slice generously with the prepared glaze for optimal flavor and caramelization.
- Grill the Pineapple: Place the pineapple slices directly on the grill. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until you see attractive grill marks and the pineapple is caramelized and tender.
- Remove and Serve: Carefully remove the pineapple slices from the grill and let them cool slightly. Serve warm as a delightful side dish, a refreshing dessert, or a tasty topping for yogurt and ice cream.
Notes
- For an extra kick, sprinkle a pinch of chili powder or drizzle additional honey over the grilled pineapple before serving.
- Grilled pineapple pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, tacos, or tropical cocktails, elevating any meal with its sweet and smoky flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Dessert
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical, American
