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Brown Sugar Grilled Pineapple

Brown Sugar Grilled Pineapple: A Sweetly Smoked Delight

This Brown Sugar Grilled Pineapple recipe is a sweet and smoky summer dessert that will delight your taste buds.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 8 spears
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pineapple
  • 1 whole Fresh Pineapple Choose a ripe, juicy pineapple for the sweetest flavor.
  • 1 spray Vegetable Oil Spray To prevent sticking and achieve grill marks.
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with honey or coconut sugar.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional for a hint of spice.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Boosts flavor; optional.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • Grill pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by selecting a ripe pineapple, peel away the skin, remove all eyes, core it, and cut into 8 thick spears.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine light brown sugar, cayenne pepper, vanilla extract, and kosher salt. Coat each pineapple spear with this mixture and let marinate for 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your grill pan over high heat, spray lightly with vegetable oil, and aim for 400°F.
  4. Grill the marinated pineapple spears for 2-3 minutes on each side until caramelized.
  5. Remove from grill and drizzle any remaining marinade over the grilled pineapple. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1spearCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 18gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure to choose a ripe pineapple for maximum sweetness and allow it to marinate well for the best flavor.

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