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Delicious air fryer pineapple slices cooked to perfection.

Air Fryer Pineapple

A delicious and healthy treat that caramelizes the natural sweetness of fresh pineapple using an air fryer for a delightful summer dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 whole fresh pineapple, cored and cut into rings or spears Make sure the pineapple is ripe for the best sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp melted butter Can substitute with coconut oil for a lighter option.
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon Or experiment with other spices like nutmeg or ginger.
  • pinch salt
  • pinch cayenne pepper Adjust according to spice preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Toss pineapple pieces in melted butter to coat evenly.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Sprinkle mixture over pineapple, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (about 200°C).
Cooking
  1. Air fry pineapple for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
  2. Once done, remove from air fryer and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve air fryer pineapple with vanilla ice cream or coconut whipped cream; chopped toasted nuts add crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat in the air fryer for a quick treat.