Spiced Rum-Glazed Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Drizzle
Sweet pineapple slices grilled to caramelized perfection, glazed with spiced rum and finished with a warm cinnamon honey sauce. This caribbean-inspired desserts ready in about 22 minutes layers spiced rum, brown sugar, 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 180 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 fresh pineapple, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rings
- 1/4 cup spiced rum
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- a pinch salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup spiced rum, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon until sugar dissolves.
- Step 2: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush 1 medium peeled pineapple slices with the spiced rum glaze on both sides.
- Step 3: Grill pineapple slices for 3-4 minutes per side, brushing with additional glaze and turning when grill marks appear, until caramelized and tender.
- Step 4: While pineapple grills, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 2 minutes until sauce is warm and slightly thickened.
- Step 5: Arrange grilled pineapple on a serving plate and drizzle evenly with the warm cinnamon honey sauce before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Rum-Glazed Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Honey Drizzle take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Spiced Rum-Glazed 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 Spiced Rum-Glazed 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 Spiced Rum-Glazed 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 Spiced Rum-Glazed 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.
