Creamy Citrus Grilled Pineapple (Printable)
Caramelized grilled pineapple topped with whipped citrus cream, coconut, and mint — bright summer flavors for four.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 ripe pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into 1-inch thick rings
→ Citrus Cream Sauce
02 - 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
03 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
04 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice
05 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
06 - 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
07 - 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
→ Garnish
08 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut, optional
09 - Fresh mint leaves, optional
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Lightly brush the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking.
03 - Arrange pineapple rings on the hot grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until distinct grill marks appear and the fruit caramelizes. Transfer pineapple to a plate and set aside.
04 - In a mixing bowl, whisk the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Fold in orange juice, lime juice, orange zest, and lime zest to blend.
05 - Arrange grilled pineapple rings on a serving platter. Generously spoon citrus cream over the pineapple.
06 - Sprinkle with shredded coconut and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Crisping pineapple on the grill fills the air with an aroma that warns neighbors they will want an invite.
- The citrus cream sauce lands perfectly between tangy and rich, making you look like a dessert genius with nearly no effort.
02 -
- If you rush the grilling or let the flames get too high, the sugars burn before you get any caramelization.
- Leaving the pineapple on a minute too long turns it mushy – watch for just the first hint of char and that's your cue.
03 -
- Always taste the pineapple before grilling – underripe fruit can’t be rescued by sauce alone.
- A well-oiled grill makes for perfect rings with no sticking or breaking.