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    Home » Recipes » Air Fryer Recipes

    Air Fryer Pineapple

    Published: Mar 28, 2022 · Modified: Sep 1, 2024 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. 2 Comments

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    Air fryer pineapple is perfectly caramelized and deeply brown on the outside and exploding with sweet pineapple flavor on the inside. It's pineapple like you've never had before!

    Air fryer pineapple spears on brown paper with spoon full of brown sugar.

    I love grilled pineapple, but I'm not about to fire up the grill in the winter. A close approximation is this delicious air fryer version. It's sweet, delicious, and crispy!

    Air Fryer Pineapple

    This was inspired by my smoked pineapple recipe on this site and pairs well with this amazing baked chicken breast recipe.

    Ingredients

    It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this dish. You'll find them all easily at your local grocery store.

    • Fresh pineapple - peeled, cored, and cut into spears
    • Melted butter
    • Packed brown sugar
    • Cinnamon
    • Cooking spray

    See the recipe card at the end of the post for quantities.

    Instructions

    It only takes a few simple steps to make this tasty pineapple recipe.

    Step 1: Prep the Pineapple

    Core, peel, and cut your pineapple into spears.

    Step 2: Combine Brown Sugar and Cinnamon

    Blend the brown sugar and cinnamon together in a medium bowl.

    Step 3: Coat the Pineapple

    Heat and brush the pineapple spears with melted butter. Then, press them into the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat on all sides.

    Step 4: Air Fry

    Place the spears in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Then, air fry them for 10 minutes at 400 degrees. Brush them with more melted butter halfway through cooking.

    Step 5: Check

    After 10 minutes, gently pierce one of the spears with a fork to check for doneness. If they aren't soft, air fryer for another 2 minutes. Enjoy!

    Hint: Be sure to cut your pineapple spears as uniformly as possible for even cooking.

    Closeup shot of air fryer pineapple spears on baking sheet.

    Substitutions

    Don't have the correct ingredients on hand or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change this air fryer pineapple.

    • White Sugar - If you don't have brown sugar, white sugar will work. The pineapple will just taste a bit different.
    • Pre-Cut Pineapple - You can use fresh, pre-cut pineapple from your produce section.

    Variations

    Want to personalize this air fryer pineapple recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.

    • Spicy - Add a small amount of cayenne to the cinnamon sugar mixture for just a touch of heat.
    • Nutmeg - Add a little nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar for a bit of earthiness.

    If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this baked Brazilian pineapple.

    Storage

    You can store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

    Tips

    This is a super simple recipe, but I have some tips to make it even better.

    • Preheat the air fryer for even cooking.
    • Always spray your basket so nothing sticks.
    • Be sure to thoroughly coat your pineapple spears for maximum flavor.
    • Cut your spears to uniform sizes for even cooking.
    Overhead shot of air fryer pineapple spears on brown paper

    More Air Fryer Recipes

    Do you like cooking with the air fryer? Here are some recipes you may also like to try.

    • Air Fryer Frozen Waffles
    • Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken
    • Air Fryer Texas Toast

    FAQ

    Do you have questions about air fryer pineapple? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about cooking pineapple in the air fryer.

    How long will this pineapple last?

    Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

    How do I reheat this pineapple?

    Add a little butter to a pan and cook the pineapple on medium heat until heated through.

    What does air frying do to pineapple?

    It caramelizes the outside, making the pineapple much sweeter.

    Air Fryer Pineapple

    Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.

    Air fryer pineapple spears on brown paper with spoon full of brown sugar.

    Air Fryer Pineapple

    Karin and Ken
    Air fryer pineapple is one of the easiest and tastiest ways to cook this fruit. It's caramelized and golden and, so sweet!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Dessert, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 164 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer
    • Measuring cups and spoons
    • cutting board
    • Sharp knife
    • medium bowl
    • whisk
    • microwave safe bowl
    • basting brush
    • Shallow bowl

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 large pineapple  peeled, cored and cut into spears
    • 2-4 tblsp butter melted
    • 1 cup brown sugar  packed
    • 1-3 teaspoon cinnamon ground more or less to taste
    • cooking spray
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    Instructions
     

    • Peel, core, and cut your pineapple into uniform spears.
    • Get out and measure your ingredients.
      Ingredients to make baked pineapple.
    • In a medium bowl, blend brown sugar and cinnamon together.
      Cinnamon and brown sugar in a dish.
    • Melt butter in microwave or stovetop.
    • Dip or brush pineapple with melted butter until coated.
      Fresh pineapple being brushed with butter.
    • Press cinnamon mixture onto all sides of each piece of pineapple.
      Pineapple rolled around in the sugar and cinnamon.
    • Until complete.
      Coated pineapple spears ready to cook.
    • In a single layer, place the pineapple into the air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may have to make your pineapple in batches
      Closeup shot of coated raw pineapple in air fryer basket
    • Set temperature to 400 degrees and cook pineapple for 10 minutes. Brush pineapple with more melted butter at the 5-minute mark. You will be glad you did.
      Overhead Closeup shot of air fryer basket with cooked pineapple inside
    • Open the air fryer and gently pierce a pineapple piece with fork to confirm that they're cooked. If necessary, you may need another 2 minutes. I
    • Serve!
      Spears of Brazilian pineapple baked in the oven on a round cutting board and piece of parchment.
    • Enjoy every bite!
      Closeup shot of air fryer pineapple spears on brown paper.

    Notes

    • Preheat the air fryer for even cooking.
    • Always spray your basket so nothing sticks.
    • Be sure to thoroughly coat your pineapple spears for maximum flavor.
    • Cut your spears to uniform sizes for even cooking.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 164kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 1gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 0.4mgSodium: 13mgPotassium: 166mgFiber: 2gSugar: 38gVitamin A: 72IUVitamin C: 54mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Lupe says

      March 29, 2022 at 1:05 pm

      5 stars
      Missing the step where it says to melt the cold cubed butter.

      Reply
      • Karin and Ken says

        March 29, 2022 at 1:44 pm

        I can’t thank you enough! This pineapple recipe is fabulous. I hope you try it! Take care and enjoy your day! Karin

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