If you’re craving grilled pineapple with cinnamon honey, this recipe is just what you need. It’s a fantastic blend of sweetness and warmth, bringing out the natural flavors of pineapple while adding a touch of cinnamon goodness.
This recipe solves sticking pineapple on grills, slow caramelization, and preserving flavor and texture during storage for grilled pineapple with cinnamon honey.
I’ve faced my share of kitchen mishaps, like forgetting to spray the grill, leading to pineapple sticks. But don’t worry; with this quick method, you’ll avoid those issues and enjoy a juicy dessert or side dish that will impress everyone.
This recipe shines because it’s simple. It takes only about 16 minutes from start to finish. You’ll have warm, caramelized pineapple ready to drizzle with a sweet honey-cinnamon mixture in no time.
If you want more delicious fruits on the grill, try my Toasted Coconut Marshmallows.
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Dietary Considerations
- This recipe is gluten-free as it contains only pineapple, cinnamon, and honey without any gluten-containing ingredients.
- The recipe is dairy-free because none of the ingredients include milk or dairy-based products.
- This recipe is not vegan due to the inclusion of honey, which is derived from bees.
- The recipe is vegetarian since it uses no meat, fish, or animal byproducts except honey.
- This recipe does not meet keto or low-carb diets because pineapple and honey contain significant natural sugars.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Irresistible Flavor Fusion The juicy pineapple caramelizes beautifully on the grill, marrying with the warm notes of cinnamon and honey for a taste that’s both sweet and comforting.
- Quick to Make With just a prep time of around 10 minutes and only 6 minutes on the grill, this dish comes together in no time, making it a breeze for summer get-togethers.
- Engagingly Versatile Enjoy grilled pineapple as a refreshing side for savory dishes or as a luscious dessert, giving you flexibility for any meal or occasion.
- Lasting Freshness Grilled pineapple retains its flavor and can be kept in the fridge, allowing you to prep ahead and enjoy leftovers for days in salads or snacks.
How to Make Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cool Time:
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delicious grilled pineapple spears drizzled with a sweet cinnamon honey mixture, perfect for a summer treat.
Ingredients
- 1 whole pineapple (medium-sized, ripe, firm skin, sweet aroma), sliced into spears
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) honey (raw or organic preferred)
- 1 tsp (2.6 g) ground cinnamon (fragrant, finely ground variety)
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat your grill to medium heat to ensure it is ready for the pineapple spears. Proper preheating helps achieve caramelized grill marks and enhances the pineapple’s tropical sweetness.
- Step 2: Lightly spray the grill grates with non-stick spray to prevent the pineapple from sticking, making flipping easier and avoiding breakage while cooking.
- Step 3: Place the pineapple spears on the grill and cook for 3 minutes on each side. The pineapple is done when you see grill marks and it feels warm and slightly tender, which brings out its sweet flavor.
- Step 4: While the pineapple grills, soften the honey by microwaving it for about 30 seconds. Then whisk in the ground cinnamon until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- Step 5: Remove the grilled pineapple from the grill and drizzle generously with the cinnamon honey mixture. The glaze will blend with the pineapple’s charred edges for a balanced finish.
Notes
- Store grilled pineapple in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, keeping it away from direct sunlight.
- Place the grilled pineapple with cinnamon honey in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days to maintain flavor and texture.
- Wrap the grilled pineapple tightly in plastic wrap, then store in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
- If the pineapple slices are not caramelizing, grill them for an additional minute on each side over medium heat to develop well-defined grill marks.
- When the honey-cinnamon drizzle is too thick, microwave it for another 10 seconds to achieve a better drizzling consistency.
- If pineapple sticks to the grill, lightly reapply non-stick spray halfway through grilling to ease flipping.
- For a sweeter drizzle, increase honey by 1 tablespoon (15 ml) when mixing with cinnamon, balancing the pineapple’s natural sweetness.
- If the pineapple is not soft enough, grill for another 2 minutes, turning once, until the desired tenderness is reached.
- Reheat grilled pineapple briefly on the grill or in a microwave until warm before serving.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves or shredded coconut.
- Use as fruit skewers or add to tropical salads and smoothies.
- Add as a topping for pancakes.
- Sprinkle with toasted nuts or whipped cream.
- Drizzle with extra honey or lime juice for added brightness.
- Substitute honey with agave syrup for an alternative sweetener.
- Optionally add lime zest or shredded coconut to the drizzle for a tropical twist.
- Choose ripe, medium-sized pineapples with a sweet aroma and firm skin for optimal caramelization and flavor.
- Use ground cinnamon that is fragrant and finely ground to ensure even flavor distribution.
- Raw or organic honey is preferred for better flavor and glaze texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One-sixth of the grilled pineapple with cinnamon honey drizzle recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Ingredient Notes
- Pineapple: Choose ripe, medium-sized pineapples with a sweet aroma and firm skin. Ripe fruit caramelizes beautifully, adding rich flavor when grilled.
- Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon works best for this recipe. Look for a fragrant, finely ground variety to ensure even flavor distribution throughout the dish.
- Honey: Opt for raw or organic honey for the best flavor. It enhances the pineapple’s natural sweetness and adds a sticky glaze when heated.
Recipe Tips
- If pineapple slices aren’t caramelizing, grill them for an additional minute on each side over medium heat for well-defined grill marks.
- When the honey-cinnamon mixture seems too thick, microwave it for another 10 seconds to reach a drizzle-ready consistency.
- If your pineapples stick to the grill, lightly reapply non-stick spray halfway through grilling for easy flipping.
- For a sweeter flavor, increase honey by 1 tablespoon when mixing with cinnamon, ensuring it complements the grilled pineapple’s natural sweetness.
- If the pineapple isn’t fully soft, grill for another 2 minutes, turning once, until you achieve the desired tenderness.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt. Add fresh mint leaves or shredded coconut for contrast and garnish.
Use to make fruit skewers or a tropical salad. Add to smoothies or as a topping for pancakes.
Top with a sprinkle of toasted nuts or whipped cream. Drizzle with extra honey or lime juice for brightness.
Recipe variations
- You can use fresh pineapple slices instead of spears to create thinner pieces that grill quickly and soak more of the cinnamon honey drizzle for extra flavor.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg along with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon to the honey for a warm spice mix that pairs nicely with the pineapple’s natural sweetness.
- Either honey or agave syrup can be mixed with cinnamon for the drizzle, offering alternatives to suit dietary preferences or texture differences in sweetness.
- If using larger pineapples, increase the honey to 3/4 cup and cinnamon to 1 1/2 teaspoons, adjusting the grilling time slightly to accommodate thicker or denser slices. This joins grilled treats like the Grilled Peach Crisp in seasonal recipe choices.
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How to Store?
To keep your grilled pineapple with cinnamon honey fresh and delicious, follow these storage tips:
Room Temperature: Store grilled pineapple in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days. Keep away from direct sunlight.
Refrigeration: Place grilled pineapple with cinnamon honey in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 5 days to maintain its flavor and texture.
Freezing: Wrap grilled pineapple tightly in plastic wrap, then store in a freezer bag or freezer container. Freeze up to 3 months. Thaw in refrigerator before serving.
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