Description
Indulge in the sweet and tangy flavors of Cinnamon Fried Pineapple, a delectable dessert or side dish that is quick and easy to make. The caramelized pineapple chunks infused with cinnamon and brown sugar are a perfect treat on their own or served over ice cream, pancakes, or waffles.
Ingredients
Scale
Fried Pineapple:
- 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into bite-sized chunks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- juice of 1/2 lime (optional)
Serving Suggestions:
- vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until the mixture becomes bubbly and smooth. Add the pineapple chunks and stir to coat evenly in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pineapple is golden and caramelized on the edges. Remove from heat and squeeze lime juice over the top, if using.
- Serve warm as-is or spoon over vanilla ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or French toast for an extra treat.
Notes
- You can use canned pineapple chunks, but be sure to drain them well before cooking.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne or chili powder.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
