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Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Glaze

This simple yet spectacular dessert transforms fresh pineapple into a caramelized delight through the magic of grilling. The natural sugars in the pineapple caramelize beautifully when exposed to heat, creating a complex sweetness that pairs perfectly with the warm cinnamon and honey glaze. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or as a stand-alone treat, this grilled pineapple offers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors. It makes an impressive yet easy finish to any summer barbecue or can elevate a weeknight dinner into something special. The contrast between the caramelized exterior and juicy interior creates a memorable dessert experience that's both sophisticated and refreshingly simple.

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JUE

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Chef's Essential Tips

Essential Ingredients Selection

Creating Your Masterpiece

Perfect Pineapple Preparation:
Cut pineapple with precision to ensure even cooking and optimal presentation.
Glaze Development:
Create balanced sweet and spiced coating that enhances natural pineapple flavors.
Grilling Technique:
Manage heat and timing to achieve ideal caramelization without burning the sugars.
Serving Strategy:
Present grilled pineapple at optimal temperature with complementary accompaniments.
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How to Create the Perfect Grilled Pineapple

Perfect Pineapple Preparation
Cut pineapple with precision to ensure even cooking and optimal presentation.
Glaze Development
Create balanced sweet and spiced coating that enhances natural pineapple flavors.
Grilling Technique
Manage heat and timing to achieve ideal caramelization without burning the sugars.
Serving Strategy
Present grilled pineapple at optimal temperature with complementary accompaniments.
Baking Tips
Choose a ripe but firm pineapple - it should have a sweet smell at the base and yield slightly to pressure.
For a deeper flavor, let the pineapple marinate in the glaze for 15-30 minutes before grilling.
If you don't have a grill, you can achieve similar results using a grill pan on the stove or even under a broiler.
For a lighter version, skip the brown sugar and use just honey as the sweetener.
Keep a close eye on the pineapple while grilling as the high sugar content can cause it to burn quickly.
For a special presentation, grill pineapple spears or half-rings instead of full rings.
Leftover grilled pineapple can be refrigerated and used in smoothies or chopped into salsas the next day.
For a savory twist, add a pinch of chili powder or cayenne to the glaze for a sweet-heat combination.
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Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Glaze

This simple yet spectacular dessert transforms fresh pineapple into a caramelized delight through the magic of grilling. The natural sugars in the pineapple caramelize beautifully when exposed to heat, creating a complex sweetness that pairs perfectly with the warm cinnamon and honey glaze. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or as a stand-alone treat, this grilled pineapple offers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors. It makes an impressive yet easy finish to any summer barbecue or can elevate a weeknight dinner into something special. The contrast between the caramelized exterior and juicy interior creates a memorable dessert experience that's both sophisticated and refreshingly simple.

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Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
20 Minutes
Chef
JUE
Category
Dessert, Grilled Fruit
Difficulty
Medium
Cuisine
Tropical, International
Yield
4 servings
Dietary
Gluten-free, Dairy-free (without ice cream option)
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Ingredients

Custard Cream
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1 large ripe pineapple
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1/4 cup honey
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
06
Pinch of sea salt
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2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
08
Optional: 1 tablespoon dark rum
09
Optional: 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
10
Optional: Fresh mint leaves for garnish
11
Optional: Vanilla ice cream or coconut sorbet for serving
12
Optional: 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes

Instructions

01
Prepare your grill for direct cooking over medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C).
02
Cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple, then stand it upright and slice away the outer skin, making sure to remove all the prickly eyes.
03
Cut the pineapple into rings about 1/2-inch thick. If desired, use a small round cookie cutter or apple corer to remove the core from each slice.
04
In a small bowl, mix together the honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, sea salt, and melted butter (or coconut oil). Add rum and cardamom if using.
05
Brush both sides of each pineapple ring generously with the honey-cinnamon mixture.
06
Place the pineapple rings directly on the grill grates and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until grill marks appear and the fruit begins to caramelize.
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While grilling, brush the pineapple occasionally with any remaining glaze to build up flavor and caramelization.
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Once both sides are caramelized and the pineapple is heated through, remove from the grill.
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Serve immediately, either on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or coconut sorbet.
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If desired, drizzle with any remaining glaze and sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes.
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Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and refreshing contrast.