Caramelized Pineapple with Hot Chocolate Sauce
Indulge in a decadent dessert experience with this Caramelized Pineapple with Hot Chocolate Sauce recipe, a perfect fusion of tropical sweetness and rich, velvety chocolate. Juicy pineapple rings are caramelized to golden perfection in a buttery brown sugar glaze, delivering a warm, toasty sweetness that pairs flawlessly with the luscious dark chocolate sauce made with heavy cream, a hint of vanilla, and a touch of sea salt. Finished with optional toasted coconut flakes and fresh mint for an added layer of flavor and elegance, this quick and easy dessert—ready in just 25 minutes—is sure to impress. Serve it fresh and warm for a beautiful after-dinner treat that’s both comforting and exotic. Perfect for entertaining or savoring on your own, this recipe is a must-try for fans of tropical desserts and chocolate lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole (peeled, cored, and cut into rings or wedges) Pineapple
- 4 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 100 grams (chopped) Dark chocolate
- 120 milliliters Heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Sea salt
- 2 tablespoons (toasted) Coconut flakes (optional)
- 6 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the pineapple by peeling, coring, and cutting it into rings or wedges. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt completely.
Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the melted butter and stir until it begins to dissolve and forms a smooth caramel, about 2 minutes.
Add the pineapple slices to the skillet. Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and caramelized. Remove the pineapple from the skillet and set it aside on a serving plate.
To make the hot chocolate sauce, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until it begins to steam but does not boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate, whisking continuously until smooth and glossy.
Stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt for added depth of flavor.
To serve, drizzle the hot chocolate sauce generously over the caramelized pineapple slices. Optionally, sprinkle toasted coconut flakes on top and garnish with fresh mint leaves for added flair.
Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, tropical flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.8 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.7 g | 318% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 189 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 668 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.4 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1844 mg | 39% | |
*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.
