Description
Grilled Pineapple is a deliciously sweet and tangy treat featuring ripe pineapple rings brushed with a flavorful mixture of brown sugar, melted butter, lime juice, and coconut extract, then grilled to perfection and finished with flaky sea salt. It’s a quick and refreshing dessert or side dish that pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 ripe pineapple
- ⅔ cup brown sugar, lightly packed
- ¼ cup (½ stick) salted butter, melted
- 3 tbsp lime juice (about two small limes)
- ¾ tsp coconut extract
- 2 tsp flaky sea salt
Optional Toppings
- Lime zest
- Vanilla ice cream
- Caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat, approximately 300-350 degrees Fahrenheit, ensuring it’s ready for cooking.
- Prepare Pineapple: Peel, core, and slice the pineapple into ½ inch thick rings. Expect around 12 rings depending on the pineapple size.
- Mix Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, melted salted butter, lime juice, and coconut extract until well combined.
- Brush Pineapple: Generously brush both sides of each pineapple ring with the brown sugar mixture and sprinkle with flaky sea salt for enhanced flavor.
- Grill Pineapple: Place the pineapple on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until caramelized and heated through.
- Serve Warm: Remove from grill, plate the pineapple rings, and serve warm. Optionally, top with lime zest, vanilla ice cream, or caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Leftover grilled pineapple can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can freeze leftover pineapple for about 6 months; it makes a refreshing frozen treat.
- If a grill is unavailable, use a grill pan or a skillet on the stovetop and cook the pineapple slices over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Use fresh limes for the juice to maximize flavor.
- Adjust the amount of brown sugar to taste if you prefer a less sweet or sweeter glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pineapple ring
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
