4 Delicious Pineapple Recipes
Pineapple is a tropical, acidic, and naturally sweet fruit that adds a splash of sunshine to any cuisine! Pineapple adds a bright flair to every recipe, whether you enjoy spreading homemade jam on warm toast, sprinkling a tropical glaze over pastries, or adding a zesty sauce to your favorite meals.
We’ll look at four delectable ways to use fresh or canned pineapple in this collection, from a golden jam to a rich sauce, glossy glaze, and sweet syrup that work well for breakfasts, sweets, and even savory dishes.
Pineapple Jam:
Ingredients:
2 cups finely chopped pineapple
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions:
In a saucepan, add chopped pineapple and sugar. Mix well.
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the mixture starts to bubble, lower the heat.
Add lemon juice and continue cooking until the mixture thickens — about 15–20 minutes.
To check doneness: place a small amount on a plate — if it sets and wrinkles when pushed, it’s ready.
Cool completely, then transfer to a sterilized jar.
Perfect for bread, pastries, or cakes.
Shelf life: about 3–4 weeks in the fridge.
Pineapple Glaze:
Ingredients:
1 cup pineapple juice
¼ cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions:
Mix pineapple juice, sugar, and cornstarch in a small pot.
Whisk until the cornstarch dissolves completely (no lumps).
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Once it starts to bubble, lower the heat and cook for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
Remove from heat and cool slightly before using.
Pour into a jar and refrigerate for later use.
Great as a glaze for grilled chicken, ham, or pastries.
Shelf life: about 1 week refrigerated
Pineapple Syrup:
Ingredients:
1 cup pineapple juice
½ cup sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions:
In a small saucepan, combine pineapple juice and sugar.
Place over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Add lemon juice to balance the sweetness and enhance the flavor.
Continue simmering for 5–7 minutes, or until the syrup slightly thickens.
Remove from heat and allow it to cool. The syrup will thicken more as it cools.
Store in a clean glass jar and refrigerate.
Shelf life: about 1 week in the fridge.
Use in: drinks, pancakes, desserts, or over fruit
Pineapple Sauce:
Ingredients:
2 cups pineapple juice
1½ teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions:
In a saucepan, combine pineapple juice, sugar, and cornstarch.
Stir until smooth and cornstarch is fully dissolved.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens slightly.
Once thickened to a sauce-like consistency, remove from heat.
Let it cool and pour into a jar for storage.
Use it as a dessert topping, ice cream sauce, or meat accompaniment.
Shelf life: about 1 week refrigerated
Final Remarks:
These pineapple-based recipes show that one fruit can be used for anything, from sophisticated desserts to breakfast spreads! Whether it’s the glossy glaze on a cake, the golden jam on toast, or the syrup drizzled over pancakes, every recipe captures the tropical sweetness and tang of pineapple in a different manner.
Try them all, mix and match, and let the scent of unadulterated sunlight fill your kitchen. Every meal gains a hint of the tropics when you have pineapple in your cupboard!