Cinnamon Grilled Pineapple with Bourbon Glaze

Name: Cinnamon Grilled Pineapple with Bourbon Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 fresh pineapple, cut into 2-inch chunks; 8 cinnamon sticks; 8 mint leaves, plus sprigs for garnish; 1 pint vanilla ice cream for serving; 4 bowls or martini glasses; 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted buttter; 1/4 cup dark brown sugar; 1/4 cup bourbon; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; Pinch of salt

Servings: persons

1/2 fresh pineapple, cut into 2-inch chunks
8 cinnamon sticks
8 mint leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
1 pint vanilla ice cream for serving
4 bowls or martini glasses
1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted buttter
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup bourbon
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Pinch of salt

1
Using a pointed chopstick or metal skewer, make a starter hole in the center of each piece of the pineapple.
2
Skewer 2 pineapple chunks on each cinnamon stick, with a mint leaf between them.
3
Prepare the glaze.
4
Combine the butter, sugar, bourbon, ground cinnamon, cloves and salt in a saucepan and boil until thick and syrupy, 5 minutes.
5
Set up your grill for direct grilling and preheat to high.
6
Clean and oil the grill grate.
7
Grill the pineapple until nicely browned on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side, basting with the bourbon glaze.
8
Serve at once, spooning any excess glaze over the pineapple.
9
Scoop the ice cream into the bowls or martini glasses.
10
Place 2 pineapple kebabs in each, garnish with mint sprigs and serve.

626

kcal

Calories

Fat

181

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 fresh pineapple, cut into 2-inch chunks, 8 cinnamon sticks, 8 mint leaves, plus sprigs for garnish, 1 pint vanilla ice cream for serving, and more.

Yes, Cinnamon Grilled Pineapple with Bourbon Glaze falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!