Description
This Easy Air Fryer Caramelized Pineapple recipe transforms fresh pineapple into a sweet, caramelized treat using simple ingredients and quick air frying. Coated with brown sugar and cinnamon, then air fried to golden perfection, this pineapple makes a delicious standalone dessert or a delightful topping for ice cream and pancakes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pineapple, cut into cubes, spears, or rings (about 4 cups of cut pineapple)
- 2 – 4 tablespoons (25 – 50 g) light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for cooking the pineapple evenly and thoroughly.
- Prepare Pineapple: Slice, core, and cut the fresh pineapple into even-sized slices, spears, chunks, or rings to ensure uniform cooking.
- Coat Pineapple: Toss the pineapple pieces in a bowl with the light brown sugar and ground cinnamon until all pieces are fully coated for that perfect caramelized flavor.
- Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer tray or basket with a non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking during cooking.
- Air Fry Pineapple: Place the coated pineapple pieces in the air fryer basket and cook for 6 – 8 minutes. Then carefully remove the basket, flip each pineapple piece to ensure even caramelization, and return to cook for an additional 6 – 8 minutes.
- Check for Caramelization: Continue air frying for a total of 12 – 16 minutes or until your preferred level of caramelization is achieved.
- Serve: Let the pineapple cool slightly until warm. Enjoy it as is, or serve with ice cream, whipped cream, or as a topping on pancakes.
Notes
- Store any leftover caramelized pineapple in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 – 5 days. Reheat in the microwave for 20 – 30 seconds before serving or enjoy cold.
- Pineapple rings are similar in thickness to chunks and should be air fried for the same time, 12 – 16 minutes.
- Pineapple spears are thicker and will require slightly longer air frying time, about 16 – 18 minutes.
- If using canned pineapple, which is softer than fresh, reduce the air frying time to about 8 – 10 minutes.
