Air Fryer Pineapple Chunks (Print View)

Sweet, golden pineapple chunks air-fried to perfection with cinnamon and brown sugar for a naturally caramelized treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks

→ Sweetener & Flavoring (optional)

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 (optional)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

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 Suggestions:

01 -
  • The edges get perfectly crispy and chewy while the centers stay juicy and tender
  • It transforms ordinary pineapple into something that tastes like a restaurant dessert
  • Ready in 15 minutes with almost zero active effort
02 -
  • Overcrowding is the enemy, you would rather do two batches than end up with steamed pineapple
  • The sugar can burn quickly so keep an eye on things during the last 2 minutes
  • Letting the pineapple cool for just 2 minutes after cooking helps the edges set and get even crispier
03 -
  • Pat the pineapple chunks dry before tossing them with oil and sugar for better caramelization
  • Use ripe but still firm pineapples as overripe ones can become too soft and mushy

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