Grilled Cinnamon Pineapple with Greek Yogurt
Serves 4 servings
Prep: 15 minutes • Cook: 12 minutes
GF
Fresh pineapple caramelizes beautifully over high heat, creating a warm, juicy dessert with lightly charred edges and plenty of natural sweetness. Finished with cinnamon, cool Greek yogurt, toasted coconut, and crunchy pecans, it delivers a satisfying mix of warm, creamy, and crisp textures without relying on heavy added sugar.
Ingredients
- 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 8 thick rings or spears
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
- Additional cinnamon for serving, optional
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter or coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla.
- Lightly brush the pineapple on both sides with the cinnamon mixture.
- Place the pineapple directly on the grill grates or hot griddle and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until warmed through and deeply caramelized in spots.
- While the pineapple cooks, lightly toast the shredded coconut and chopped pecans in a dry skillet or on a cooler area of the griddle for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove as soon as they become fragrant.
- Remove the pineapple from the heat and allow it to rest for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Divide the warm pineapple among four plates and top each serving with Greek yogurt.
- Sprinkle with the toasted coconut, pecans, and an additional pinch of cinnamon if desired.
- Serve while the pineapple is still warm and the yogurt is cool.
Notes & Tips
- Fresh pineapple works best because its natural sugars caramelize exceptionally well over high heat.
- For the Blackstone, lightly oil the cooking surface and avoid moving the pineapple too frequently so it develops a good caramelized crust.
- On a charcoal or Kamado-style grill, cook over direct heat and watch the honey or maple syrup carefully because it can darken quickly.
- Toast the coconut and pecans separately if necessary—they can go from toasted to burned very quickly.
- For an extra treat, finish each serving with a small drizzle of warm honey or a few shavings of dark chocolate.
Nutrition:
205 cal • 8g protein • 7g fat • 32g carbs