Grilled Pineapple with Brown Sugar and Cinnamon is a simple, naturally sweet dessert made by caramelizing fresh pineapple over the grill. This easy grilled pineapple recipe is perfect for BBQs, summer cookouts, and as a warm, smoky finish to grilled meats.
Yields 4 Servings Servings Quarter (1 Serving) Half (2 Servings) Default (4 Servings) Double (8 Servings) Triple (12 Servings) Prep Time 15 minsCook Time 15 minsTotal Time 30 mins 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into rings or spears
2 tbsp melted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
3 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Optional Add-Ons
Honey or maple syrup drizzle
Lime juice or zest
Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Toasted coconut flakes
Preheat the grill
Season the pineapple
2
Brush pineapple slices lightly with melted butter.
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
Sprinkle mixture evenly over both sides of pineapple.
Grill
3
Place pineapple directly on grill grates.
Grill 3–5 minutes per side , until grill marks form and sugar caramelizes.
Flip carefully to keep slices intact.
Finish & serve
Side Information (How to Serve It)
5
As a BBQ dessert on its own
Over vanilla ice cream or pound cake
Alongside grilled pork chops, ham, or chicken
Chopped into tacos, bowls, or fruit salsa
Pairing Suggestions
6
Cocktails: Piña colada, rum punch, or margarita
Wine: Moscato, Riesling, or late-harvest white
Non-alcoholic: Pineapple juice, lemonade, or iced hibiscus tea
Tips & Notes
7
Ripe pineapple = sweeter results (golden color, fragrant base).
Don’t move pineapple too early—let caramelization happen.
Grill rings for presentation, spears for easier flipping.
Sprinkle a pinch of chili powder for sweet-heat contrast.
Leftovers are fantastic chopped into yogurt, oatmeal, or smoothies.
Ingredients 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into rings or spears
2 tbsp melted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
3 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Optional Add-Ons
Honey or maple syrup drizzle
Lime juice or zest
Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Toasted coconut flakes
Directions Preheat the grill
Season the pineapple
2
Brush pineapple slices lightly with melted butter.
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
Sprinkle mixture evenly over both sides of pineapple.
Grill
3
Place pineapple directly on grill grates.
Grill 3–5 minutes per side , until grill marks form and sugar caramelizes.
Flip carefully to keep slices intact.
Finish & serve
Side Information (How to Serve It)
5
As a BBQ dessert on its own
Over vanilla ice cream or pound cake
Alongside grilled pork chops, ham, or chicken
Chopped into tacos, bowls, or fruit salsa
Pairing Suggestions
6
Cocktails: Piña colada, rum punch, or margarita
Wine: Moscato, Riesling, or late-harvest white
Non-alcoholic: Pineapple juice, lemonade, or iced hibiscus tea
Tips & Notes
7
Ripe pineapple = sweeter results (golden color, fragrant base).
Don’t move pineapple too early—let caramelization happen.
Grill rings for presentation, spears for easier flipping.
Sprinkle a pinch of chili powder for sweet-heat contrast.
Leftovers are fantastic chopped into yogurt, oatmeal, or smoothies.
Grilled Pineapple with Brown Sugar & Cinnamon
