Ingredients
- 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into spears
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Nonstick cooking spray or oil for the grill
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grill grates or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple, remove the skin and core, and slice into long spears.
- In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Brush the pineapple spears generously with the glaze on all sides.
- Place the pineapple on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Continue brushing with glaze while grilling to help the sugars caramelize.
- Grill until the pineapple has golden grill marks, caramelized edges, and a tender texture.
- Remove from the grill and spoon any remaining glaze over the top.
- Serve warm as a dessert, side dish, or topping for ice cream, yogurt, or pancakes.
Notes
- Fresh pineapple works best for grilling and caramelization.
- A grill pan can be used indoors if an outdoor grill is unavailable.
- Dark brown sugar gives a richer caramel flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, replace butter with coconut oil or dairy-free butter.
- Leftovers are delicious in smoothies, yogurt bowls, or fruit salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
