Slow-roasted on the rotisserie, this spiced pineapple is basted in a rich rum glaze until beautifully caramelized and golden. Served warm with creamy vanilla ice cream, toasted almonds, and fresh mint, it’s a show-stopping dessert that blends smoky heat with sweet, tropical flavor.
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Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients
- 1 whole pineapple, peeled and cored
- Spiced rum glaze (see recipe below)
- Vanilla ice cream, for serving
- Toasted almonds, for garnish
- Fresh mint, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Pineapple
- Insert the rotisserie rod through the center of the pineapple.
- Secure it in place using the rotisserie forks.
- Start the Rotisserie Cook
- Turn on the rotisserie burner
- Place the pineapple onto the rotisserie motor and turn it on
- Brush the pineapple generously with the spiced rum glaze.
- Glaze and Cook
- Cook for 2 hours with the hood closed.
- Every 10 to 15 minutes, brush additional glaze over the pineapple to build a rich, caramelized coating.
- Remove and Slice
- Carefully remove the pineapple from the rotisserie.
- Slide out the rod and slice the pineapple into wedges.
- Plate and Serve
- Scoop vanilla ice cream into serving bowls.
- Arrange warm pineapple wedges alongside.
- Spoon over any remaining glaze.
- Garnish with toasted almonds and fresh mint.
- Serve immediately.
Spiced Rum Glaze
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Yield: Enough for 1 whole pineapple
Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- ¼ cup spiced rum
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Make the Glaze
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add honey, five-spice powder, spiced rum, and cayenne pepper.
- Stir until fully combined and smooth.
- Use Warm
- Keep warm and use it to baste the pineapple throughout the cooking.
