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Rum Soaked Fried Pineapple – The Sweet, Easy Dessert Everyone Will Love
Emily

Rum Soaked Fried Pineapple – The Sweet, Easy Dessert Everyone Will Love

Caramelized pineapple slices infused with cinnamon-spiced apple cider syrup for a rich, smoky dessert that mimics rum’s depth without alcohol. Quick, showstopping, and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh Pineapple (1 whole, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • Unsalted Butter (2 tbsp)
  • Brown Sugar (1/4 cup, plus extra for sprinkling)
  • Cinnamon (1 tsp)
  • Apple Cider (1/4 cup)
  • Vanilla Extract (1 tsp, optional)
  • Maple Syrup (1/4 cup)

Method
 

  1. Preheat cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add butter and melt until foaming.
  2. Arrange pineapple in a single layer. Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon, then cook 4 minutes until golden.
  3. Pour apple cider, maple syrup, and optional vanilla into the pan. Stir to coat pineapple and simmer 3 minutes.
  4. Lift pineapple onto parchment paper-lined plates. Drizzle extra syrup for presentation, then serve immediately.

Notes

Use a cast iron skillet for best caramelization
Smooth Cayenne pineapples have the highest sweetness
Adjust sugar based on pineapple’s natural sweetness
Substitute maple syrup for aged rum flavor
No alcohol used; mimics rum’s warmth through spiced cider and maple