Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Sugar Glaze
Ingredients
- Pineapple:
- 1 large fresh pineapple peeled and cored
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for grill
- Cinnamon Sugar Glaze:
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Serving:
- Vanilla ice cream optional
- Fresh mint leaves optional
- Whipped cream optional
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F).
- Cut pineapple into ½ inch rings or wedges.
- Mix brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt in small bowl.
- Brush pineapple with melted butter on both sides.
- Sprinkle cinnamon sugar mixture on both sides. Press gently.
- Oil grill grates lightly.
- Place pineapple on grill. Do not move for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Flip carefully. Grill 3 to 4 minutes on other side.
- Done when caramelized with grill marks and golden sugar.
- Remove from grill. Transfer to platter.
- Serve hot with ice cream, mint, or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh pineapple for best flavor and texture
- Cut pieces evenly for uniform cooking
- Do not skip butter — helps sugar stick
- Press sugar on so it sticks during grilling
- Oil grill well — sugar sticks and burns easily
- Do not move pineapple too soon — let it caramelize
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy
- Grill pan works if no outdoor grill
- Can broil in oven 3 to 4 minutes per side
- Best served fresh but can grill ahead