Air Fryer Pineapple Chunks (Printable)

Sweet, golden pineapple chunks air-fried to perfection with caramelized edges and warm cinnamon notes.

# 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 Prepare:

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 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden and lightly caramelized with slightly crispy edges.
05 - Serve warm as a snack, dessert topping, or alongside grilled meats.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms ordinary pineapple into something extraordinary with almost zero effort
  • The natural sugars create a caramelized crust that tastes like dessert but counts as fruit
  • You can make it in fifteen minutes flat, including prep time
02 -
  • Don't skip shaking the basket halfway through or you'll end up with uneven cooking and some burnt pieces while others remain raw
  • Work in batches rather than overcrowding, because pineapple needs hot air circulation on all sides to properly caramelize
03 -
  • Pat your pineapple chunks dry with paper towels before coating them for better caramelization
  • Let the pineapple rest for two minutes after cooking to allow the crust to firm up slightly

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