Description
A delightful and easy-to-make Scalloped Pineapple dessert featuring layers of fresh pineapple baked in a creamy, plant-based sauce with natural sweetness and subtle warm spices. Perfect for any occasion, this tropical treat balances rich creaminess and fruity freshness with simple ingredients and a smooth natural gelling agent for the perfect texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into medium-thick rounds or bite-sized pieces
Creamy Sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (natural)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (natural gelling agent)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 cups dairy (plant-based)
For Greasing
- Plant-based butter (natural), for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- Prepare Pineapple: Peel and core the fresh pineapple, then slice it into medium-thick rounds or bite-sized pieces according to your preference. Ensure the pieces are thick enough to hold shape when baked but easy to eat.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar (natural), cornstarch (natural gelling agent), ground cinnamon, salt, and a splash of apple cider vinegar until well combined. Slowly pour in the dairy (plant-based) while continuously whisking until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
- Assemble the Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with plant-based butter (natural). Arrange the pineapple slices evenly in the dish. Pour the creamy sauce over the pineapple, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Bake Until Golden: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled scalloped pineapple for 35 to 40 minutes, until the sauce bubbles gently and turns a beautiful golden color as it thickens and sets.
- Cool Before Serving: Allow the dish to cool for at least 10 minutes after baking. This helps the natural gelling agent to set the layers, creating the perfect scalloped texture.
Notes
- Use fresh pineapple for the best texture and natural sweetness over canned alternatives.
- Slice pineapple uniformly to ensure even baking and consistent texture.
- Whisk the sauce ingredients thoroughly to avoid lumps and achieve a silky smooth texture.
- Do not skip the cooling step to let the dish set properly for easier serving and maintained shape.
- Adjust the sweetness carefully, keeping in mind pineapple’s natural sugars; modify sugar and vinegar quantities to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Scalloped Pineapple, plant-based dessert, tropical dessert, creamy pineapple, baked pineapple, dairy free dessert, gluten free dessert
