Air Fryer Pineapple Chunks (Printable)
Golden, caramelized pineapple chunks air-fried to sweet perfection in just 15 minutes.
# What You 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)
# Steps:
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. Work 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 Advice:
01 -
- The natural sugars transform into something that tastes like it took hours to make
- It's ridiculously versatile—eat them straight from a fork or elevate any dish in seconds
02 -
- Overcrowding is the enemy of caramelization, so resist the urge to squeeze everything in at once
- The natural sugars in pineapple will caramelize on their own, so you can absolutely skip the added sweetener if you prefer
03 -
- Pat the pineapple chunks dry before coating them if they seem especially juicy for better caramelization
- Let the air fryer run for an extra minute or two if you want those edges almost candied