Broiled Grapefruit with Coconut
Elevate your breakfast or dessert game with this vibrant and wholesome Broiled Grapefruit with Coconut recipe—a quick and easy treat that’s as nutritious as it is indulgent. Juicy grapefruit halves are topped with a caramelized layer of brown sugar, honey, and a sprinkle of warm cinnamon, then broiled to golden perfection for a bright, tangy-sweet flavor explosion. Finished with a crunchy topping of toasted coconut and optional creamy vanilla Greek yogurt, this dish strikes the perfect balance of textures and tastes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this effortlessly elegant recipe is ideal for brunch spreads, light desserts, or a healthy snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large grapefruit
- 4 teaspoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoons cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons shredded coconut
- 0.5 cups vanilla Greek yogurt (optional for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler to high and position a rack about 4 inches below the heating element.
Slice the grapefruits in half crosswise, making four halves in total.
Using a small knife, loosen the segments of each grapefruit half by cutting along the membranes to make them easier to eat later.
Place the grapefruit halves cut side up on a baking sheet or in a broiler-safe baking dish.
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of brown sugar evenly over the top of each grapefruit half.
Drizzle 1/2 teaspoon of honey over each grapefruit half for added sweetness.
Dust the tops of the grapefruits with a pinch of cinnamon for a hint of warm spice.
Place the grapefruits under the broiler and broil for 5–7 minutes, or until the tops begin to caramelize and bubble slightly. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
While the grapefruits are broiling, toast the shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Remove the broiled grapefruits from the oven and let them cool slightly for 2 minutes.
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of toasted coconut over each grapefruit half.
Serve warm as is, or add a dollop of vanilla Greek yogurt on top for extra creaminess. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.1 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.7 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.5 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1089 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
