Description
Delightful Pineapple Upside Down Cake Kabobs bring together caramelized pineapple, buttery pound cake, and sweet maraschino cherries threaded onto skewers and grilled to golden perfection. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for outdoor gatherings and campfire treats, offering a handheld twist on the classic pineapple upside down cake.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 4 cups fresh pineapple, cut into chunks
- 1 jar maraschino cherries
Cake
- 1 – 10 oz pound cake
Sugar & Spices
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Others
- ½ cup melted butter
- 10 roasting skewers for grilling or campfire
Instructions
- Prepare Pineapple: In a bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon. Toss the fresh pineapple chunks in this sugar-spice mixture until well coated to ensure a caramelized, flavorful fruit base.
- Prepare Pound Cake: Cut the pound cake into cubes. Dip each piece into the melted butter, then roll them in granulated sugar to create a sweet, crunchy exterior once cooked.
- Assemble Kabobs: Thread the ingredients onto the roasting skewers in an alternating pattern: cherry, cake cube, pineapple chunk, cherry, cake cube, pineapple chunk, continuing the sequence to fill the skewer evenly.
- Cook Kabobs: Place the assembled skewers on a grill or hold them over a campfire. Cook, turning frequently, until the cake cubes are golden brown and the pineapple is caramelized, approximately 8-12 minutes depending on heat intensity.
Notes
- Fresh pineapple is recommended for the best flavor and texture.
- Ensure skewers are soaked in water for 15-30 minutes if using wooden ones to prevent burning.
- Use caution when grilling over an open flame to avoid burning the cake pieces.
- Serving immediately after grilling ensures the kabobs remain warm and flavorful.
- Optionally, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
