Brown Sugar Baked Pineapple
Transform your dessert game with this irresistible Brown Sugar Baked Pineapple—a luscious blend of juicy pineapple slices caramelized in a buttery glaze of brown sugar, vanilla, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This quick and easy baked treat takes just 10 minutes to prepare and is enriched with optional toppings like crunchy pecans or sweet shredded coconut for added texture. With its golden, caramelized exterior and the perfect balance of sweet and spiced flavors, this dish makes for a standout dessert or a tropical side dish. Serve it warm straight from the oven or alongside creamy vanilla ice cream for an indulgent finish. Perfect for entertaining or a cozy weeknight treat, this recipe is a must-try for pineapple lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole (peeled, cored, and sliced into rings or chunks) Pineapple
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons (melted) Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
- 0.25 cup Optional: chopped pecans or shredded coconut
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the pineapple in a single layer.
Arrange the peeled, cored, and sliced pineapple in the prepared baking dish, spacing the pieces evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, melted butter, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to form a thick, caramel-like mixture.
Pour the brown sugar mixture over the pineapple, spreading it evenly so that each piece is coated.
If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans or shredded coconut on top for added texture and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, basting the pineapple with the sauce from the dish every 10 minutes, until the pineapple is tender and caramelized.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm as a standalone dessert or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1248 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 57.7 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.9 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 176 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 195.4 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 161.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1224 mg | 26% | |
*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.
