Brown Sugar Grilled Pineapple
{"Cut pineapple into uniform pieces for even grilling and caramelization.","Lightly oil grill grates to prevent sticking.","For dairy-free/vegan, substitute melted coconut oil or plant-based butter for the butter.","Great alongside grilled meats or as a simple dessert; leftover slices are tasty chilled.","Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat briefly on a skillet or grill to re-caramelize the surface."}
Time: Prep: 10 mins, Cook: 8 mins, Total: 18 mins
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Fresh pineapple
- Butter
- Brown sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and clean/oil the grates.
- Peel, core, and slice the pineapple into rings or spears.
- In a small bowl, combine butter, vanilla extract, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon, stirring to make a brushable mixture.
- Brush the pineapple pieces on all sides with the brown sugar–butter mixture.
- Grill the pineapple for 2–4 minutes per side, until lightly charred and caramelized.
- Serve warm as a side or dessert.