Caramelized Pineapple with Brown Sugar-Ginger Ice Cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Caramelized Pineapple with Brown Sugar-Ginger Ice Cream
45 min.
6
285kcal

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Indulge your senses with the delightful combination of caramelized pineapple and rich brown sugar-ginger ice cream. This exquisite dessert is not only a feast for the eyes but also a harmonious blend of tropical flavors that will transport you straight to a sun-soaked beach. Perfect for warm evenings or as an impressive finish to a dinner party, this vegetarian and gluten-free treat combines the sweetness of fresh pineapple with the warm, comforting spices of ginger and brown sugar.

The process starts with broiling succulent pineapple wedges, allowing the natural sugars to caramelize beautifully under high heat. As the sugar transforms into a glossy coat of caramel, the aroma fills your kitchen, tempting everyone nearby. Paired with a scoop of velvety brown sugar-ginger ice cream, each bite offers a luscious contrast of warm and cold that is simply irresistible. The toasted coconut adds a delightful crunch, further enhancing the tropical vibe.

This recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 45 minutes, but it also serves up to six, making it ideal for gatherings with family or friends. With each serving packing in approximately 285 calories, this guilt-free dessert lets you savor the sweet life without compromising on flavor. Elevate your dessert game and impress your loved ones with this stunning creation that perfectly balances sophistication and simplicity.

Ingredients

  • cup brown sugar dark packed ()
  • servings brown sugar-ginger ice cream 
  •  pineapple cored peeled halved lengthwise cut lengthwise into 9 wedges
  • tablespoons coconut or sweetened flaked toasted

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler
  • sifter

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler. Line large baking sheet with foil. Arrange pineapple wedges side by side in single layer on prepared baking sheet. Pat pineapple wedges with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Using fingertips, press 1 cup brown sugar through coarse sifter over pineapple. Broil pineapple wedges until brown sugar caramelizes, watching closely to avoid burning and rotating baking sheet to broil evenly, about 3 minutes.
  2. Arrange 3 wedges of warm caramelized pineapple in triangle on each of 6 plates.
  3. Place scoop of Brown Sugar-Ginger Ice Cream in center of pineapple triangle.
  4. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon coconut over each dessert and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories285kcal
Protein1.76%
Fat12.95%
Carbs85.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.78
Glycemic Load
10.35
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
11.488260754425%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:284.55kcal
14.23%
Fat:4.32g
6.65%
Saturated Fat:3.92g
24.48%
Carbohydrates:64.05g
21.35%
Net Carbohydrates:60.47g
21.99%
Sugar:55.87g
62.07%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:55.63mg
2.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.32g
2.64%
Vitamin C:72.1mg
87.39%
Manganese:1.56mg
78.17%
Fiber:3.58g
14.3%
Copper:0.23mg
11.34%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.42%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.09%
Potassium:266.56mg
7.62%
Magnesium:28.94mg
7.24%
Folate:27.96µg
6.99%
Calcium:51.67mg
5.17%
Iron:0.92mg
5.12%
Vitamin B3:0.9mg
4.49%
Selenium:2.97µg
4.25%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.9%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.97%
Phosphorus:28.32mg
2.83%
Zinc:0.3mg
1.98%
Vitamin A:87.48IU
1.75%
Vitamin K:1.06µg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious