Coconut Rum-Glazed Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon
Tender grilled pineapple slices brushed with a sweet coconut rum glaze and a hint of warming cinnamon. This caribbean-inspired caribbean ready in about 20 minutes pairs coconut rum, brown sugar, ground cinnamon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.
Ingredients
- 1 whole fresh pineapple, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rings
- 1/4 cup coconut rum
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup coconut rum, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter until sugar dissolves.
- Step 2: Preheat grill to medium heat (about 375°F). Brush both sides of 1 whole peeled pineapple sliced into 1/2-inch rings with half of the coconut rum glaze.
- Step 3: Place pineapple slices on grill and cook for 3 minutes per side, brushing remaining glaze during grilling, until pineapple is tender and caramelized with grill marks.
- Step 4: Remove from grill and serve warm as a dessert or side dish with a drizzle of any leftover glaze.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Coconut Rum-Glazed Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Coconut Rum-Glazed Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon?
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 coconut rum from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Coconut Rum-Glazed Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon?
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 Coconut Rum-Glazed Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon 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 Coconut Rum-Glazed Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon?
Caribbean caribbean 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
A delightful side that complemented my jerk chicken perfectly.
- ★★★★★
The coconut and rum combo was divine. Will make again.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for my Caribbean dinner party! Everyone loved it.
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