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Brown Sugar Grilled Pineapple: A Caramelized Tropical Delight!


 

1. Prep the Pineapple (2 mins!)

  1. Cut pineapple into ½-inch thick rings or spears. Pat dry.

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2. Coat with Spiced Sugar

  1. Mix brown sugar + cinnamon. Brush pineapple with melted butter, then sprinkle sugar mix on both sides.

3. Grill to Caramelized Perfection

  1. Grill on medium-high heat for 2-3 mins per side until grill marks appear and sugar melts.

  2. No grill? Use a grill pan or broiler!

4. Serve & Sizzle!

  • Enjoy warm with:

    • Vanilla ice cream (classic pairing!)

    • Lime wedges for tang

    • A sprinkle of chili powder for sweet-heat contrast


Pro Tips for the Best Grilled Pineapple

🔥 Pick ripe pineapple – Should smell sweet at the base.
🔥 Don’t skip drying – Wet fruit won’t caramelize well.
🔥 Extra flavor – Add a splash of rum before grilling.
🔥 Meal-prep hack – Grill a batch for yogurt toppings all week!


5 Next-Level Variations

🍹 Pina Colada Style – Drizzle with coconut cream + toasted coconut.
🌶 Spicy Mango Twist – Add cayenne + serve with mango salsa.
🍯 Honey-Glazed – Swap brown sugar for honey + thyme.
🍫 Chocolate-Dipped – Dunk half in melted dark chocolate.
🍍 Tropical Skewers – Alternate with grilled peaches or bananas.

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