Smoked Pineapple
This smoked pineapple features juicy pineapple spears brushed with a cinnamon glaze and smoked until perfectly caramelized. Serve alongside smoked huli huli chicken for an amazing meal everyone will love!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 164kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large fresh whole pineapple
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Smoker: Set your smoker to 250°F. Use apple or cherry wood chips for a sweet, fruity smoke flavor. Alternatively, you can cook this on the grill while smoking other foods. If you prefer, you can smoke the pineapple at 225°F; just increase the smoking time a bit longer.
- Peel and Cut: Cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple. Stand it upright and slice off the outer skin (the bumpy brown part). Remove the core using a pineapple corer or by cutting the pineapple into quarters.
- Slice It Up: Cut the pineapple into 1-inch thick rings or spears.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine brown sugar, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon to create the glaze.
- Place in the Smoker: Arrange the pineapple spears or rings directly on the grill grates or grilling rack, leaving some space between them for even smoke circulation.
- Smoke: Smoke the pineapple for 30 to 45 minutes, turning and brushing the sides with the glaze every 15 minutes.
- Serve: Remove the pineapple from the smoker and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
- Choose Ripe Pineapple: Look for a pineapple that smells sweet at the base and has leaves that pull out easily.
- Even Coating: Make sure to evenly brush the pineapple with the glaze mixture.
- Temperature Variations: If smoking at a lower temperature (225°F), increase the cooking time slightly.
- Grill Option: This recipe can also be made on a grill if you don't have a smoker. Use indirect heat to avoid burning the sugar glaze.
- Serve with Ice Cream: Serve the smoked pineapple with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, and serve cold or reheated.
Nutrition
Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 278mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 132IU | Vitamin C: 108mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 1mg
