Here’s a simple and irresistible recipe for Brown Sugar Grilled Pineapple — a sweet, caramelized treat that’s perfect as a side dish, dessert, or even a burger topper. It’s smoky, juicy, and bursting with tropical flavor!
🍍 Brown Sugar Grilled Pineapple
✨ Ingredients:
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1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into rings or spears
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1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
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1/4 cup melted butter
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
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Pinch of salt
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Optional: honey or lime juice for drizzling
🔥 Instructions:
1. Prepare the pineapple
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Cut the pineapple into ½-inch thick rings or spears.
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Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture (helps caramelization).
2. Make the glaze
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In a small bowl, mix together melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla (if using), and a pinch of salt.
3. Brush and grill
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Preheat grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat.
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Brush one side of the pineapple slices with the brown sugar glaze.
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Place glazed side down on the grill and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, brushing with more glaze as you flip.
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Grill until caramelized and grill marks appear.
4. Serve
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Serve warm, optionally drizzled with honey or a squeeze of lime juice.
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Delicious on its own, over ice cream, yogurt, or alongside grilled meats.
📝 Tips:
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Want a spicy kick? Add a pinch of cayenne to the glaze.
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For extra decadence, sprinkle toasted coconut or chopped mint on top.
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This also works well with canned pineapple rings — just be sure to pat them dry before grilling.
Would you like a rum-glazed version or ideas for serving it as a dessert or with savory dishes?