Air Fryer Pineapple Chunks (Print Version)

Golden, caramelized pineapple chunks ready in 15 minutes. Perfect as sweet snack or tropical side dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 It:

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 until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange pineapple chunks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
04 - Air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until 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 air fryer transforms ordinary pineapple into something that tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant dessert menu in just ten minutes
  • You get all the caramelized goodness of roasted pineapple without heating up your entire oven or waiting forever
02 -
  • Do not skip shaking the basket halfway through or some pieces will burn while others stay pale
  • Overcrowding is the enemy, so resist the urge to squeeze everything in at once
03 -
  • The most perfectly caramelized pieces are the ones that are cut into larger chunks, so do not make your pieces too small
  • If your pineapple is not very ripe, the sugar coating is essential for getting that golden brown color

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