How to Make Grilled Pineapple with Mascarpone Cream - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something about the combination of sweet, juicy pineapple and creamy mascarpone that just screams summertime. The tropical flavors of the pineapple paired with the rich, indulgent mascarpone make for a dessert that is both light and satisfying. This grilled pineapple with mascarpone cream recipe takes these two delicious elements and combines them into a show-stopping dessert that will have your guests asking for seconds.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon chopped hazelnuts
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 2 (8 ounce) containers mascarpone cheese
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 8 slices of peeled fresh pineapple, 1/2-inch thick

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Total Time: 32 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place the hazelnuts into a small saucepan over medium heat, and shake the pan until the nuts turn golden and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside. Mix the lemon juice, lemon zest, mascarpone cheese, and honey in a bowl until well combined.
  • Grill the pineapple slices on the preheated grill until the slices show brown grill marks and the fruit is hot and juicy, about 3 minutes per side. Serve 2 slices per plate with a generous dollop of sweetened mascarpone cheese and a sprinkling of toasted hazelnuts on each serving.
  • Nutrition

    601 cal.

    • Total Fat: 53g
    • Saturated Fat: 28g
    • Cholesterol: 140mg
    • Sodium: 63mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 24g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 75mg
    • Calcium: 195mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 183mg