Brown Sugar Glazed Pineapple Rings
A quick and easy recipe for caramelized pineapple rings glazed with brown sugar, butter, and optional vanilla and cinnamon, perfect as a dessert or tropical side dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into ½-inch thick rings
- ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Peel, core, and slice fresh pineapple into ½-inch thick rings. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a small bowl, combine ½ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons softened unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional), a pinch of cinnamon (optional), and a small pinch of salt. Stir until it forms a loose, spreadable paste.
- Place a skillet on medium heat and warm for about 2 minutes.
- Using a brush or the back of a spoon, spread the brown sugar glaze evenly over both sides of each pineapple ring.
- Lay the rings carefully in the hot pan. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes on the first side until sugar bubbles and edges caramelize to golden brown.
- Gently flip the rings using tongs or a spatula. Cook for another 3 minutes until the second side is caramelized with crispy edges.
- Transfer the pineapple rings to a plate lined with parchment to cool slightly. The glaze will thicken as it cools.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Pat pineapple dry to ensure proper caramelization. Use medium heat to avoid burning the sugar. Do not crowd the pan. Use unsalted butter to prevent bitterness. Optionally add a splash of rum or bourbon for depth. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pineapple ring (½
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 13
- Sodium: 20
- Fat: 3
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 0.3
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