Description
Grilled Pineapple with Caramel Sauce and Whipped Cream is a simple yet elegant dessert that combines the smoky sweetness of caramelized pineapple with rich caramel sauce and fluffy whipped cream.
Ingredients
- fresh pineapple rings
- brown sugar
- butter
- caramel sauce
- heavy cream (for whipped cream)
- vanilla extract
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Brush pineapple rings with melted butter and sprinkle with brown sugar.
- Grill pineapple for 2-3 minutes per side until caramelized and tender.
- In a bowl, whip heavy cream with vanilla and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Serve grilled pineapple drizzled with caramel sauce and topped with whipped cream.
Notes
- Add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the pineapple for extra flavor.
- Serve with ice cream instead of whipped cream if preferred.
- Use store-bought or homemade caramel sauce.
- This dessert is best served fresh, but grilled pineapple can be stored in the fridge for 1 day and gently reheated.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream for whipping and vegan caramel sauce.
- This recipe is gluten-free as written.
- Add a splash of rum to the caramel sauce for a boozy twist.
- Oil the grill grates or pan lightly to prevent sticking.
- Peaches or bananas are great alternatives to pineapple and grill well too.
- The pineapple should be ripe but firm for the best grilling results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg