Sunday Pineapple
Elevate your dessert game with the luscious Sunday Pineapple—a tropical treat that marries the natural sweetness of fresh pineapple with the rich, buttery allure of caramelized brown sugar and honey. This easy-to-make recipe features roasted pineapple wedges infused with warm notes of cinnamon and vanilla, creating a perfectly golden, melt-in-your-mouth delight. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short bake in the oven, you’ll have a show-stopping dessert that’s as stunning as it is delicious. Serve these caramelized pineapple wedges warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a heavenly contrast or add a sprig of fresh mint for a refreshing finish. Whether you’re hosting a Sunday dinner or treating yourself, this roasted pineapple recipe is a must-try tropical indulgence! Perfect for family gatherings or simple summer evenings, it's gluten-free and brimming with irresistible flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole fresh pineapple
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream (optional)
- 4 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple. Stand it upright and carefully cut away the skin from top to bottom. Remove any remaining ‘eyes’ with the tip of a knife.
Slice the pineapple into four quarters lengthwise, then remove and discard the hard core from each quarter.
Cut the quarters into thick wedges, about 1-inch wide, and lay them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Stir in the brown sugar, honey, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and bubbly.
Drizzle the butter mixture generously over the pineapple wedges, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the pineapple for 20-25 minutes, flipping the wedges halfway through, until they are golden and caramelized.
Remove the pineapple from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side, and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
998 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.8 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 370 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.1 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 363 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 480 mg | 10% | |
*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.
