Description
Delicious and juicy grilled pineapple slices brushed with a sweet and tangy brown sugar, butter, lime, and coconut mixture, finished with flaky sea salt. Perfect as a warm dessert or a tropical side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 ripe pineapple
- ⅔ cup brown sugar lightly packed
- ¼ cup (½ stick) salted butter melted
- 3 tbsp lime juice about two small limes
- ¾ tsp coconut extract
- 2 tsp flaky sea salt
Optional Toppings
- lime zest
- vanilla ice cream
- caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat, aiming for a temperature between 300 and 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure even cooking without burning.
- Prepare the Pineapple: Peel, core, and slice the pineapple into ½ inch thick rings. Typically, you will get about 12 rings from one pineapple, depending on size.
- Make the Glaze: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, melted salted butter, lime juice, and coconut extract until well combined.
- Brush and Season: Generously brush both sides of each pineapple ring with the brown sugar glaze. Sprinkle flaky sea salt over each side to enhance the flavors.
- Grill the Pineapple: Place the pineapple slices on the preheated grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until caramelized and warm.
- Serve: Plate the grilled pineapple slices while warm. Optionally add lime zest, vanilla ice cream, or caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can freeze leftover grilled pineapple for up to 6 months; it makes a great frozen treat.
- If you don’t have access to a grill, a grill pan or regular skillet on the stove over medium heat can be used instead.
- Make sure to turn pineapple slices carefully to avoid breaking them apart on the grill.
- Adjust the amount of coconut extract to your taste preference for a more or less pronounced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
