Description
This Air Fryer Pineapple Chunks Recipe offers a sweet and tangy treat with a hint of cinnamon. Perfect as a snack or dessert, these pineapple chunks are caramelized to perfection in the air fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium fresh pineapple (about 3 cups chunks)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil
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Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prep the pineapple: Cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple. Stand it upright and slice off the skin in strips, then remove the eyes with a small knife. Cut the pineapple into 1-inch chunks.
- Toss with flavor: In a mixing bowl, combine pineapple chunks with oil, cinnamon, honey or maple syrup, and salt. Toss gently until evenly coated.
- Preheat air fryer: Set air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for 2 minutes.
- Air fry pineapple: Place pineapple chunks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking or stirring halfway through for even cooking. Pineapple should be golden brown with crisp edges and juicy centers.
- Serve warm: Carefully remove pineapple chunks and serve warm alone or with vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- If pineapple looks dry midway, spray with water or add extra oil.
- Avoid overcooking to prevent mushiness.
- Shake basket halfway through cooking for even caramelization.
- Variations include adding chili powder, lime juice, or serving with yogurt or vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg