Grilled Pineapple Skewers with Coconut Caramel Sauce
Elevate your summer cookout with these irresistible Grilled Pineapple Skewers with Coconut Caramel Sauce—a tropical dessert that’s as easy to make as it is to devour! Sweet, juicy pineapple chunks are coated in a cinnamon-sugar blend, then perfectly caramelized on the grill for that smoky, charred flavor we all love. The real star, however, is the luscious coconut caramel sauce, made by simmering coconut milk and sugar until it’s rich, velvety, and infused with a hint of vanilla. This gluten-free and dairy-free treat takes just 30 minutes to prepare and is perfect for backyard barbecues, weeknight indulgences, or adding a tropical twist to any occasion. Serve these flavorful skewers warm and drizzle generously with the coconut caramel sauce for a dessert that’s guaranteed to wow!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large pineapple
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 pieces bamboo or metal skewers
Instructions
If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.
Cut the pineapple into bite-sized chunks, discarding the core.
In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the pineapple chunks.
Thread the pineapple chunks onto the skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece to allow for even grilling.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Place the pineapple skewers on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until grill marks appear and the pineapple is caramelized.
While the pineapples are grilling, prepare the coconut caramel sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the coconut milk, granulated sugar, and salt.
Stir the mixture constantly until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens, about 8-10 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Transfer the grilled pineapple skewers to a serving plate and drizzle with the warm coconut caramel sauce.
Serve immediately and enjoy this tropical treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1346 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 199 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.8 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 308.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 609 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1031 mg | 22% | |
*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.
