15 Ways to Prepare Pineapple in Peak Season
When you can't get enough of the picturesque fruit, try these tropical dishes, desserts, and drinks.
You've spent all summer cutting pineapple, and it's time to take on more preparations and presentations with the sweet and tart fruit. Char pineapple for a tropical sorbet, infuse and bake it for a classic pineapple upside-down cake, or grill it for a smoky cocktail. We have pineapple salsa, enchiladas, and tacos; Hawaiian pizza; and pineapple punch to make the most of the summer favorite. Here are picture-perfect pineapple recipes to make this season.
Pineapple-Coconut Soft Serve
With just five ingredients, this fluffy, effortless dessert comes together in 15 minutes with a flavor reminiscent of a tiki cocktail.
Grilled Pineapples with Barbecue-Spiced Breadcrumbs and Country Ham
Slow-grilling whole unpeeled pineapples concentrates their flavor and tenderizes the fruit, which pairs wonderfully with salty country ham and crispy panko seasoned with barbecue spices.
Grilled Pineapple–Tequila Punch
The sweet and smoky notes of grilled pineapple meld deliciously with tequila, Ancho Reyes Verde (a spicy, crisp poblano liqueur), and splashes of pineapple and lime juices in this punch that’s a perfect Halloween equalizer.
Musubi Lettuce Wraps with Pineapple Salsa
This vibrant pineapple salsa accompanies the beloved Hawaiian snack made of Spam, sushi rice, and nori. It would also be great with a bowl of chips or spooned on top of tacos.
Tropical Jackfruit–Ginger Ale Sorbet with Charred Pineapple
Chef Sam Fore of Tuk Tuk Sri Lankan Bites in Lexington, Kentucky, caramelizes fresh pineapple under the broiler until it develops a lightly charred flavor to top this icy, quenching sorbet of jackfruit, pineapple, and ginger ale.
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
© Tina Rupp
Fresh pineapple pieces are infused with vanilla bean and sugar then baked with a sour cream vanilla cake for possibly the most popular pineapple recipe.
Smoky Pineapple and Tequila Punch
Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Christina Daley
This refreshing and bubbly cocktail from food editor Paige Grandjean is a blend of cold-smoked pineapple puree, lime juice, and tequila.
Pineapple Chicken Enchiladas
Pineapple adds a hint of sweetness and a bright presentation to classic enchiladas.
Hawaiian Pizza with Pineapple and Salami
Pork and pineapple are a dream combination in this homemade salty-sweet pizza from Miriam Weiskind.
Steak Tacos with Pineapple
A quick marinade of soy sauce, garlic and ginger flavors the skirt steak for these super easy tacos.
Pineapple Jalapeño Agua Fresca
Matt Taylor-Gross / Food Styling by Lucy Simon
Sweet, sour, and just a little spicy, this pineapple jalapeño agua fresca is a delight on a hot day. at Austin's Masa y Mås, Roberto Campos combines just three ingredients and a bit of water in five minutes when serving this sipper.
Pineapple-Teriyaki Chicken Wings
This homemade pineapple-teriyaki glaze is irresistible. Serve any extra on the side for dipping.
Pineapple and Lime Tart
© Anya Kassoff
Fresh lime emphasizes pineapple's tropical flavor and contrasts nicely with the mild and flaky crust in this gluten-free and vegan tart.
Pineapple Mojitos
Chef Jose Enrique makes a mojito version of Cuba's popular pineapple soda with a rich brown sugar–pineapple syrup, rum, mint, and club soda.
Pineapple Carpaccio with Lemon Sorbet and Candied Zest
This refreshing pineapple dessert with six simple ingredients looks and tastes spectacular.
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