Description
Grilled Hawaiian pineapple slices showcase tropical sweetness with caramelized edges. Grill masters can elevate summer desserts or savory dishes with this simple, delicious technique you’ll love.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 fresh pineapple (peeled, cored and cut into rings)
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) canned coconut milk
Coating Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) cinnamon sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the outdoor grill or grill pan, heating to medium temperature (around 350-375°F) and lightly brush the grate with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Pour coconut milk into a shallow dish and mix cinnamon and sugar in a separate plate, creating a sweet coating mixture.
- Slice fresh pineapple into uniform pieces, ensuring each slice is approximately 1/2 inch thick for consistent grilling.
- Dip each pineapple slice into coconut milk, allowing excess liquid to drip off, then generously coat with the cinnamon sugar mixture on both sides.
- Carefully place prepared pineapple slices onto the preheated grill, arranging them with enough space between each piece for even cooking.
- Grill the pineapple for 3-4 minutes on the first side, watching for caramelization and beautiful grill marks, then flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until golden and slightly charred.
- Remove grilled pineapple slices from heat and transfer to serving plates, letting them rest for a moment to cool slightly before enjoying the tropical, caramelized treat.
Notes
- Select ripe, golden pineapples with minimal brown spots for the sweetest flavor and best grilling results.
- Pat pineapple slices completely dry before dipping to help cinnamon sugar adhere more effectively and create a crispy caramelized exterior.
- Experiment with alternative coatings like brown sugar, honey, or rum for diverse flavor profiles that complement the tropical fruit’s natural sweetness.
- Ensure grill grates are clean and well-oiled to prevent sticking and achieve beautiful golden-brown grill marks on the pineapple slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 142
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg