Cachaça-Soaked Pineapple with Cinnamon and Cloves

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A simple Brazilian dessert of fresh pineapple marinated in cachaça spirit with warm spices, served chilled for a refreshing finish. This brazilian ready in about 10 minutes pairs cachaça, cinnamon stick, whole cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 1 medium peeled pineapple cut into 1-inch cubes in a large glass bowl.
  2. Step 2: Add 1/2 cup cachaça, 1 cinnamon stick, 4 whole cloves, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice over the pineapple.
  3. Step 3: Stir gently to combine and cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Step 4: Before serving, remove the cinnamon stick and cloves. Spoon the pineapple with its marinade into small bowls. Serve chilled as a light, boozy dessert.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Cachaça-Soaked Pineapple with Cinnamon and Cloves take to make?

Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Cachaça-Soaked Pineapple with Cinnamon and Cloves?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cachaça from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Cachaça-Soaked Pineapple with Cinnamon and Cloves?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Cachaça-Soaked Pineapple with Cinnamon and Cloves for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Cachaça-Soaked Pineapple with Cinnamon and Cloves?

Brazilian brazilian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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