Rum-Spiked Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Drizzle
Sweet grilled pineapple slices brushed with dark rum and topped with a warm cinnamon-infused honey sauce. This caribbean-inspired desserts ready in about 15 minutes layers dark rum, honey, ground cinnamon into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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 medium pineapple, peeled and sliced into rings
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush both sides of 1 medium pineapple sliced into rings with 1/4 cup dark rum.
- Step 2: Grill pineapple for 3-4 minutes per side until grill marks appear and pineapple softens but retains shape.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over low heat, melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter. Stir in 3 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice. Warm gently until combined and fragrant.
- Step 4: Arrange grilled pineapple on a serving platter and drizzle generously with warm cinnamon honey sauce. Serve immediately as a tropical dessert or side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rum-Spiked Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Drizzle take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (5 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Rum-Spiked Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Drizzle?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rum-Spiked Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Drizzle?
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 Rum-Spiked Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Drizzle 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 Rum-Spiked Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Drizzle?
Caribbean desserts 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.
