Creamy Citrus Grilled Pineapple (Printable Version)
Caramelized grilled pineapple rings with zesty citrus cream, shredded coconut and fresh mint.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 ripe pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch rings
→ Citrus Cream Sauce
02 - 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
03 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
06 - 1 teaspoon orange zest
07 - 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
→ Garnish
08 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut (optional)
09 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
02 - Place the pineapple rings on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until caramelized and grill marks appear. Transfer to a platter.
03 - In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar using a whisk or electric mixer until soft peaks form. Fold in orange juice, lime juice, orange zest, and lime zest.
04 - Arrange the grilled pineapple on a serving platter. Spoon the citrus cream over each ring and garnish with shredded coconut and mint leaves as desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The warm, caramelized pineapple and chilled citrus cream are outrageously simple but taste like sunshine on a plate.
- Minimal prep and ingredients make this a go-to for last minute gatherings or spontaneous cravings.
02 -
- I once tried to rush grilling on too high heat and burned the outside to a crisp—medium-high is key for that perfect slow caramelization.
- Chilling the bowl and beater makes cream whip faster and fluffier, a trick I picked up after struggling on a humid day.
03 -
- If you toast the coconut in advance, keep an eye on it—it can burn in seconds but when golden, the flavor multiplies.
- Even bruised pineapples work if you trim the soft spots—they caramelize beautifully and nobody will ever know.