Air fryer pineapple (Grilled pineapples)

Can you air fry pineapples?

Oh yes! Pineapple is one of our favorite fruits to make in the air fryer. The cinnamon and brown sugar glaze creates a delightful caramelized texture to the exterior while leaving the inside soft, warm and delicious.

This air fryer pineapple recipe is comfort food at its finest. If you’d like to take grilled pineapples to the next level, you must try our famous air fryer bacon wrapped pineapple too. They are so good!

Why you’ll love this recipe

1. Healthy Snack: Air fryer pineapple is a healthy snack that is low in calories and high in nutrients. It is a great alternative to high-calorie snacks like chips and candy.
2. Quick and Easy: Cooking pineapple in an air fryer is quick and easy. It only takes a few minutes to cook and requires minimal preparation.
3. Delicious: This is a delicious snack that has a sweet and caramelized flavor. It is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without overindulging in unhealthy treats.
4. Versatile: This is a versatile snack that can be enjoyed on its own or as part of a recipe. It can be used in smoothies, salads, and as a topping for desserts.

Ingredients (with Substitutions)

• One Fresh ripe pineapple cut into chunks or rings.
• Butter (substitute with coconut oil, vegan butter or margarine to keep this plant based)?
• Brown sugar (substitute with maple syrup or honey) do not use honey if you’re making these for vegan friends.

How long to cook pineapples in air fryer

Cooking time for air fryer pineapple depends on the thickness of the slices and the desired level of caramelization. In general, it takes about 13-15 minutes to cook pineapple slices in an air fryer at 380°F in a non preheated air fryer.

How to make air fryer pineapple

This is an overview of the recipe with step by step photos. Scroll down to the end of this post for a printable recipe card with the amount of ingredients and full recipe instructions.

Peel and core pineapple with a knife or pineapple corer. Slice and cut into even chunks.

Mix the melted butter, brown sugar and cinnamon. Pour it over the pineapple chunks and toss gently to combine.

Transfer glazed pineapple chunks into the air fryer basket and air fry at 380°F for 13 to 15 mins or until your desired level of caramelization. Ensure you flip these half day through for even caramelization.

What to serve with this recipe

Air fryer pineapple can be served on its own as a snack or as part of a recipe. It can be used in smoothies, salads, and as a topping for desserts. It pairs well with grilled meats and seafood.

If you’ve not tried these yet with vanilla ice cream, then I don’t know what to tell you. Grilled pineapples and ice cream are literally the best combo. Yum!

How to store and reheat

These are best served immediately, I haven’t had to store and reheat these so I can’t tell how long they’ll keep in the refrigerator. If you do leftovers I’d suggest you refrigerate in an airtight container and consume within 2 days.

You can enjoy these cold with ice cream with no need to reheat. However if you do want it warm, transfer to the air fryer and reheat at 350°F / 180°C for 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through.

Air frying Tips

• There’s no need to preheat the air fryer.
• Use fresh pineapples for best flavor. Cut pineapple chunks into uniform sizes to ensure they cook evenly.
• Drain off the juice from the bowl of the cut pineapple before tossing in the cinnamon and brown sugar glaze.
• Flip the pineapple slices halfway through cooking to ensure they brown and caramelize evenly.
• You are likely to have a bit of glaze left in the bowl after putting it in the air fryer. Brush it on the pineapple chunks, when you flip the pineapples.
• Let the pineapple cool for a few minutes before serving to avoid burns.

FAQs

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