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Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Glaze

Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Glaze
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Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Glaze is a simple, flavorful treat combining caramelized pineapple slices grilled to perfection and drizzled with a warm, sweet glaze infused with cinnamon, honey, butter or coconut oil, and lime juice. This versatile dish is perfect as a dessert, snack, breakfast topping, or a unique side, offering a tropical burst of flavor balanced with warm spices and natural sweetness.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 fresh ripe pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into rings or wedges
  • 1/4 cup raw or organic honey
  • 2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil (for vegan version use coconut oil)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Optional Variations

  • Pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder (for spicy twist)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for vanilla infusion)
  • Toasted pecans or chopped macadamia nuts (for nutty crunch garnish)
  • Maple syrup instead of honey (for vegan version)
  • Fresh mint or basil leaves (for herbal garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pineapple: Peel the pineapple, remove the tough core, and slice it into evenly thick rings or wedges to ensure even grilling and caramelization.
  2. Make the Cinnamon Honey Glaze: In a small saucepan, gently warm the honey with melted butter or coconut oil until smooth. Stir in ground cinnamon, fresh lime juice, and a pinch of salt until combined into a glossy glaze.
  3. Heat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, whether using a gas grill, charcoal grill, or indoor grill pan, ensuring it is hot enough to caramelize the pineapple without burning it too quickly.
  4. Grill the Pineapple: Place pineapple slices directly on the grill grates and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side. Brush the glaze over the pineapple slices multiple times during grilling to build layers of sticky, flavorful glaze.
  5. Serve Warm: Remove the pineapple once beautifully charred and golden, drizzle with a final generous coat of the cinnamon honey glaze, and serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use ripe pineapple for optimum sweetness and juiciness.
  • Medium-high heat is ideal for caramelizing without excessive charring.
  • Brush the glaze on multiple times during grilling to build sticky richness.
  • Let the grilled pineapple rest for a minute before serving to absorb the glaze.
  • Try alternative sweeteners like agave nectar or molasses for different flavor profiles.
  • Fresh pineapple is preferred over canned for grilling texture and flavor.
  • The recipe is gluten-free and can be made vegan by substituting honey with maple syrup and butter with coconut oil.

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Keywords: grilled pineapple, cinnamon honey glaze, tropical dessert, healthy dessert, grilled fruit, vegan option, gluten free

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