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Flavorful Grilled Pineapple Brown Sugar Glaze Recipe

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A quick and easy sweet glaze made with brown sugar, lime juice, and warm spices, perfect for adding a tropical twist to grilled pineapple and summer BBQs.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (100g) brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • a pinch of salt
  • 1 medium fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into rings or chunks

Instructions

  1. Peel and core the pineapple, then slice into ½-inch (1.25 cm) thick rings or chunks.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, lime juice, melted butter, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract (optional), and salt. Stir until smooth and sugar starts to dissolve.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat, about 375°F to 400°F (190°C to 200°C).
  4. Place pineapple slices or chunks on the grill grates and cook for about 2 minutes per side without moving to get grill marks.
  5. Using a basting brush, coat one side of the pineapple with the brown sugar glaze. Flip and brush the other side. Repeat brushing every 1-2 minutes while grilling to build a sticky, caramelized coating.
  6. Watch for flare-ups caused by sugar and move pineapple pieces if flames get too high.
  7. Once both sides have a glossy, deep amber glaze and pineapple is tender but not mushy, remove from grill and let rest for a couple of minutes to set the glaze.

Notes

Use ripe but firm pineapple for best texture. For dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter. Brush glaze in layers to avoid flare-ups and burning. If glaze burns, lower heat or move pineapple to cooler grill area. Can use canned pineapple rings if fresh is unavailable—drain and pat dry before grilling.

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Keywords: grilled pineapple, brown sugar glaze, summer BBQ, sweet glaze, caramelized pineapple, tropical glaze, easy glaze recipe

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