Description

This simple air fryer recipe transforms fresh pineapple into golden, caramelized perfection with minimal effort. The natural sugars caramelize beautifully while the pineapple retains its juicy texture, making it perfect for desserts, toppings, or a healthy snack.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Crust:

For the pineapple:
1 medium ripe pineapple (peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch rings or chunks)
For the caramel glaze:
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional toppings:
Vanilla ice cream
Toasted coconut flakes
Chopped mint leaves

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

1. Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3 minutes.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey/maple syrup, melted butter/oil, and cinnamon to create the glaze.
3. Brush both sides of pineapple pieces generously with the glaze.
4. Arrange pineapple in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches if needed).
5. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until edges are golden brown and caramelized.
6. For extra caramelization, brush with additional glaze after flipping.
7. Serve warm with optional toppings like ice cream or coconut flakes.

Notes

• For uniform cooking, cut pineapple into equal-sized pieces. • If using frozen pineapple, thaw and pat dry first. • Glaze will thicken as it cools. • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.