Sweet, smoky pineapple slices caramelized on the grill with a rich rum glaze—a tropical comfort dessert.

Elevate your dessert game with this simple yet indulgent Grilled Pineapple with Rum Glaze. Juicy pineapple slices get caramelized on the grill and brushed with a luscious glaze made from brown sugar, rum, and spices. It’s a perfect tropical treat for summer gatherings or anytime you want a taste of island comfort.

Why You’ll Love This Dish

• Quick and easy tropical dessert
• Sweet, smoky, and caramelized flavors
• Great for summer BBQs or light endings
• Minimal ingredients with maximum impact

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 1 fresh pineapple, peeled and sliced into rings
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup dark rum
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

1. Prepare Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, rum, cinnamon, and butter. Heat gently until sugar dissolves, then simmer 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
2. Grill Pineapple: Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill pineapple slices 3–4 minutes per side until caramelized and grill marks appear.
3. Glaze Pineapple: Brush pineapple generously with rum glaze during grilling. Reserve some glaze for serving.
4. Serve: Drizzle remaining glaze over grilled pineapple slices and serve warm.

Pro Tips & Substitutions

• Use coconut rum for extra tropical flavor
• Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert
• Substitute brown sugar with coconut sugar for a healthier option
• Try with other fruits like peaches or mangoes

Storage & Reheating

• Best served fresh but can be refrigerated up to 2 days
• Reheat briefly on grill or in oven before serving

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with vanilla or coconut ice cream
• Garnish with fresh mint or toasted coconut flakes
• Pair with tropical cocktails or chilled white wine

Nutritional Information (per serving, approx.)

• Calories: 180 kcal
• Protein: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fat: 4g
• Sodium: 10mg

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