Description

Indulge in the sweet and smoky flavors of summer with this Caramelized Brown Sugar Cinnamon Grilled Pineapple recipe. Perfect as a light dessert or a flavorful side dish at your next barbecue.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into rings or spears

Seasoning Mixture:

1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
pinch of salt

Optional Toppings:

vanilla ice cream
toasted coconut
chopped mint

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Instructions

Preheat the Grill:

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.

Prepare the Seasoning:

In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt to form a paste.

Coat the Pineapple:

Brush the mixture generously over all sides of the pineapple pieces.

Grill the Pineapple:

Place the pineapple on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until grill marks appear and the sugar caramelizes.

Serve:

Remove from the grill and serve warm, topped with optional toppings as desired.

Notes

You can prep the pineapple and sugar mixture ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to grill.
This recipe can also be made under a broiler if you don’t have access to a grill.
Enjoy this dish as a refreshing side or a delightful summer dessert.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Category: Dessert, Side Dish
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 to 3 pineapple pieces
Calories: 140
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 10mg