Grilled Pineapple with Brown Sugar
Grilled Pineapple with Brown Sugar is an easy tropical dessert featuring maple syrup, cinnamon, and caramelized pineapple rings.Ready in just 22 minutes.Perfect for BBQs, summer parties, and family dinners.
Ingredients
For the Pineapple
- 1 large pineapple peeled, cored, and sliced into ¾-inch rings
For the Brown Sugar Glaze
- ⅓ cup dark brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ teaspoon coarse sea salt for finishing
Instructions
- Peel, core, and slice the pineapple into even ¾-inch rings.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla until a thick glaze forms. Let it rest for 1 minute.
- Preheat the grill to 350°F (medium heat).
- Brush both sides of each pineapple ring generously with the glaze.
- Place the pineapple directly on the grill grates.
- Grill for 4–8 minutes per side, rotating halfway through each side for attractive grill marks.
- Cook until the fruit becomes tender and develops deep golden caramelization.
- Transfer the Grilled Pineapple with Brown Sugar to a serving platter.
- Finish with a light sprinkle of coarse sea salt before serving.
Notes
- Serve over vanilla ice cream for a classic pineapple dessert.
- Pair with whipped cream or Greek yogurt.
- Add toasted coconut flakes for tropical flavor.
- Excellent alongside grilled chicken or seafood at summer BBQs.