Grilled Pineapple Poundcake only takes 10-minutes to make, but it tastes like you worked on it all day. It's rich, buttery, and decadent thanks to the use of store-bought ingredients.
While I do like to bake from scratch a lot, there are times when using pre-made store-bought items fits the bill. So is the case with this Grilled Pineapple Poundcake. It's a delicious and impressive dessert you'll be proud to serve!
For other delicious dishes featuring pineapple, I invite you to visit the following recipes: Aloha Pineapple Cheese Ball, Pineapple Pork Tenderloin, Hummingbird Upside Down Bundt Cake, and Hawaiian Chicken Salad.
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- The ingredient list:
- Why this recipe works?
- Can this recipe be made in advance?
- Can this be made on an outdoor grill as well as an indoor grill pan?
- Can fresh pineapple be used in this recipe?
- Looking for additional delicious recipes using pineapple from around the web?
- The easy step-by-step photo instructions:
- Printable Recipe Card
- Please comment if you've made this recipe.
The ingredient list:
- frozen pound cake, thawed
- pineapple rings, drained and dried
- butter
- brown sugar
- whipped cream (homemade or store bought)
- mint sprigs (optional)
Why this recipe works?
As long as you have a few staple ingredients on hand (in the freezer, and in the pantry), you'll be able to serve this speedy Grilled Caramelized Pineapple Pound Cake in 10 minutes or less. Even if (or when) you're caught off-guard with unexpected guests.
Can this recipe be made in advance?
Since it only takes 10 minutes to make from start to finish, there is really no need to even consider making it in advance.
However, if every minute counts, by all means, grill the pound cake slices and pineapple earlier and assemble the cake slices right before you're ready to serve.
Can this be made on an outdoor grill as well as an indoor grill pan?
Yep! It's very versatile that way.
Rain or shine, you can have this delicious grilled pineapple pound cake on your table in no time!
Can fresh pineapple be used in this recipe?
YES! Always.
That said, what makes this recipe a good one for last-minute on-the-fly occasions is that it can also be made with canned pineapple slices that you probably already have on hand in your pantry.
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The easy step-by-step photo instructions:
- Thaw, slice, and spread butter on both sides of store-bought pound cake (one slice per person).
- Heat an indoor grill pan (or outdoor grill) and grill the prepared pound cake slices on both sides until grill marks appear.
- Remove the pound cake to a platter while grilling the pineapple slices.
- Drain canned pineapple rings (one ring per serving), and dry them on paper towels.
- Sprinkle each pineapple slice with approximately 1 teaspoon of brown sugar.
- Grill each slice of pineapple on the heated grill pan until grill marks appear.
- Place one grilled pineapple slice atop of each serving of grilled pound cake.
- To serve; place a large dollop of whipped cream on each pound cake and pineapple stack, along with a sprig of mint if desired.
- Enjoy!
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Printable Recipe Card
Grilled Pineapple Pound Cake
Equipment
- pastry brush optional
- strainer optional
- paper towels
Ingredients
Per Serving;
- 1 1" slice pound cake thawed, if frozen
- 1 tablespoon butter softened
- 1 pineapple slice drained and dried
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons whipped cream
- 1 mint sprig optional
Instructions
- Spread the pound cake slice with softened butter on both sides.
- Heat a grill pan and cook the pound cake on both sides, until grill marks appear.
- Remove the pound cake slice to a plate.
- Sprinkle a dried pineapple slice with brown sugar.
- Grill the pineapple slice on both sides until grill marks appear.
- Place the grilled pineapple slice on top of the grilled pound cake slice.
- Top the cake and pineapple with a large dollop of whipped cream, and garnish with fresh mint sprigs if desired.
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wilhelmina says
This easy dessert just shot to the top of my summer desserts fav list! I love grilled pineapple and this is just too perfect!
Renée says
Happy to hear it, Wilhelmina! Enjoy!
Rebecca Hubbell says
I absolutely adore grilled pineapple but had never paired it with pound cake - an instant favorite!
Renée says
They're made for each other. Enjoy, Rebecca!
Debra A Attinella says
Seriously - this is a recipe I need for a quick dessert - we love pineapple too!
Joanie @ ZagLeft says
I bet this cake is absolutely delicious. I love that it's so easy to make too. Perfect for the last days of summer.
Sabrina says
I love pineapple and I'm always looking for ways to use it in desserts! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
This screams summer to me! Love grilled pineapple!
Liz says
I'm always game for a shortcut. Especially when the results are an amazing dessert like this! Grilling the pound cake and the pineapple enhance the flavor and the appearance. So pretty!
Katerina @ diethood .com says
WOW!! I am in love with this cake!
Renée says
Thank you, Katerina! It really is as delicious as it is easy.
Amy @ Little Dairy on the Prairie says
I've always wanted to try grilling pineapple! It looks diving in this dessert!
Renée says
You really do need to, Amy. It's so delicious this way!