Description
Indulge your sweet cravings with this delightful Grilled Pineapple recipe, perfect for summer barbecues and casual gatherings. The natural sweetness of fresh pineapple is enhanced by grilling, resulting in a luscious caramelized exterior that pairs beautifully with ice cream or can be enjoyed on its own. Easy to prepare and requiring minimal cooking skills, this recipe will impress guests at dinner parties or family get-togethers without the stress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh pineapple
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup dark rum (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pineapple: Cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple, remove the rind, and slice it into spears or rings.
- Make the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, dark rum (if using), cinnamon, and salt. Pour over pineapple in a zip-top bag and marinate for 20-30 minutes.
- Heat the Grill: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium heat (375-400°F).
- Grill the Pineapple: Place marinated pineapple on the grill and cook for 4-6 minutes per side, brushing with excess marinade.
- Serve Warm: Transfer to a platter, garnish with parsley if desired, and enjoy immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg