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Grilled Pineapple Dessert Skewers: Simple, Juicy, and Irresistible

Grilled pineapple dessert skewers are juicy, smoky-sweet, and incredibly easy. Perfect for summer BBQs, this fruit-forward treat caramelizes beautifully on the grill and pairs well with ice cream, honey, or mint. Prep in minutes, cook fast, and wow your guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130

Ingredients

  • Fresh ingredients ready to skewer and grill
  • 1 fresh pineapple peeled and cored
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter or avocado oil
  • Wooden or metal skewers
  • Optional: fresh mint ice cream, or toasted coconut

Method

  • Pineapple skewers on the grill
  • 1. Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes, if using.
  • 2. Cut pineapple into 1.5-inch chunks and remove core.
  • 3. In a bowl, mix honey, lime juice, cinnamon, and melted butter.
  • 4. Toss pineapple chunks in the mixture to lightly coat.
  • 5. Thread pineapple onto skewers, leaving small space between chunks.
  • 6. Preheat grill to medium-high and oil grates.
  • 7. Grill skewers for 2–3 minutes per side, rotating to achieve grill marks.
  • 8. Serve warm with optional toppings like ice cream, mint, or coconut.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 5mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18g

Notes

Do not over-marinate pineapple—15 minutes is ideal.
Use metal skewers if grilling over high heat to avoid burning.
Try alternating pineapple with strawberries or pound cake.
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