Air Fryer Pineapple Chunks (Printable)
Sweet, golden pineapple chunks air-fried to caramelized perfection in just 15 minutes.
# What You 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 Steps:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes to ensure proper caramelization.
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 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 Tips:
01 -
- The air fryer creates this incredible candy-like exterior while keeping the inside juicy and tender
- Ready in 15 minutes but tastes like something from a tropical restaurant
02 -
- Overcrowding is the enemy, so do multiple batches if you want that perfect caramelization on every piece
- The pineapple will continue softening slightly after you take it out, so pull them when edges look good
03 -
- Choose a pineapple that feels heavy for its size and has a sweet smell at the base
- The sugar helps with browning but you can absolutely skip it for a naturally sweet version