Air Fryer Pineapple Chunks (Print View)
Sweet, golden pineapple chunks air-fried to caramelized perfection in 15 minutes flat.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
→ Sweetener & Flavoring
02 - 1 tbsp brown sugar or coconut sugar
03 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
04 - Pinch of sea salt
05 - 1 tbsp melted coconut oil or neutral oil
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
02 - In a large bowl, toss pineapple chunks with brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and melted coconut oil if desired, making sure all pieces are evenly coated.
03 - Arrange pineapple chunks in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
04 - Air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the pineapple is golden, lightly caramelized, and slightly crispy on the edges.
05 - Serve warm as a snack, dessert, or topping for yogurt, pancakes, or grilled meats.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The natural sugars intensify into something that tastes way more indulgent than it actually is
- They take 15 minutes from start to finish and use ingredients you probably already have
02 -
- Overcrowding is what stands between you and perfectly caramelized edges
- The pineapple will continue softening slightly after you remove it from the heat
03 -
- The shake halfway through is nonnegotiable for even caramelization on all sides
- Room temperature pineapple cooks more evenly than cold straight from the fridge