Air Fryer Pineapple (Printable)

Sweet, golden pineapple with caramelized edges ready in minutes

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 medium fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/2-inch rings or wedges

→ Sweeteners & Flavor

02 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

→ Fat

05 - Cooking spray or 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil (optional)

# Method:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes.
02 - In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon until well combined.
03 - Lightly brush the pineapple slices with melted coconut oil or spray with cooking spray for extra caramelization.
04 - Sprinkle both sides of the pineapple evenly with the sugar-cinnamon mixture.
05 - Arrange the seasoned pineapple slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
06 - Air fry for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through cooking, until the pineapple is lightly browned and caramelized.
07 - Drizzle with vanilla extract just before serving, if using. Serve warm as is, or with ice cream or yogurt.

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • The air fryer creates those restaurant style caramelized edges without turning on your oven or standing over a hot stove
  • It transforms ordinary pineapple into something that feels like dessert but counts as eating fruit
  • The whole process takes less than 20 minutes from cutting to serving
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket or the pineapple will steam instead of caramelize, work in two batches if needed
  • The sugar can burn quickly so check at the 6 minute mark the first time you make this
  • Pineapple that is slightly underripe works better than overripe which can become mushy
03 -
  • Pat the pineapple dry with paper towels before oiling and coating, excess moisture prevents proper caramelization
  • Let the pineapple rest for 2 minutes after air frying, the sugars set and create this incredible sticky texture

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