Description
Garten’s roasted pineapple with coconut gelato brings tropical paradise to dessert lovers’ tables. Sweet caramelized pineapple meets creamy coconut gelato, creating a luxurious finish that transports diners to sun-drenched beaches with each delightful spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large (5 pound / 2.27 kilogram) ripe golden pineapple
- 1 to 2 pints (473 to 946 milliliters) coconut gelato, such as Talenti Caribbean Coconut
Sweeteners:
- 6 tablespoons (90 milliliters) light agave syrup
Flavoring:
- 2 limes
Instructions
- Position the oven rack to the middle position and heat to 400°F (200°C) for optimal roasting conditions.
- Prepare the fresh pineapple by removing the leafy crown and sturdy base. Stand the fruit upright and carefully slice away the exterior rind using a sharp chef’s knife, ensuring all tough brown spots and fibrous “eyes” are completely eliminated.
- Divide the peeled pineapple into quarters by cutting lengthwise through the central core. Slice each quarter in half again, creating eight long wedges, then carefully remove the tough central core from each segment.
- Arrange the pineapple wedges in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, ensuring pieces do not overlap. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until edges begin to caramelize and develop a rich golden color.
- Remove the roasted pineapple from the oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature for approximately 10-15 minutes, which helps concentrate the natural sugars.
- Cut the cooled pineapple wedges crosswise into ½-inch (1.25 centimeters) thick slices, transferring them into a mixing bowl.
- Drizzle agave syrup over the pineapple pieces and zest two limes directly into the bowl, catching all the fragrant citrus oils. Gently toss the mixture to ensure even coating.
- Serve the roasted pineapple in individual dessert bowls, topping each portion with a scoop of coconut gelato and an additional sprinkle of fresh lime zest for a vibrant presentation.
Notes
- Grab a perfectly golden, fragrant pineapple that promises intense sweetness and vibrant flavor for your dessert.
- Meticulously trim away all brown “eyes” and tough spots to ensure a smooth, tender bite in every spoonful.
- Zest fresh limes directly over pineapple slices, releasing bright citrus oils that elevate the entire dish’s aromatic profile.
- Arrange pineapple pieces generously across a spacious baking sheet, allowing each slice ample room for stunning caramelization and even roasting.
- Create a dreamy temperature contrast by serving slightly cooled roasted pineapple alongside chilled coconut gelato, transforming simple ingredients into an extraordinary dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg