Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Sugar
A quick and easy sweet and spicy summer treat featuring caramelized grilled pineapple coated with cinnamon sugar and butter, perfect for cookouts or casual dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium fresh pineapple (about 3 cups sliced)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon butter or neutral oil (melted butter preferred)
- Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Peel the pineapple, remove the core, and slice into ½-inch thick rounds or wedges.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until evenly blended.
- Melt the butter and brush it on both sides of each pineapple slice.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar generously over each slice, pressing lightly so it sticks.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 375°F).
- Place the coated pineapple slices on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, flipping once, until caramelized with grill marks and warm.
- Transfer the pineapple to a serving plate and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use ripe pineapple for best caramelization. Butter helps sugar stick and caramelize without burning. Keep grill at medium-high heat to avoid burning sugar. Leftovers can be used cold or reheated gently. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut or avocado oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/6 of the pre
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 19
- Sodium: 3
- Fat: 3
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
Keywords: grilled pineapple, cinnamon sugar, summer dessert, sweet spicy treat, easy dessert, barbecue dessert