Grilled PineappleMini Cheesecakes

Grilled Pineapple

Ingredients

Fresh pineapple, cut into rings or spears

2 tbsp brown sugar (optional)

1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

Pinch of cinnamon

A squeeze of lime juice

Instructions

Preheat a grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat.

Brush pineapple slices with honey/maple syrup and sprinkle lightly with brown sugar + cinnamon.

Grill for 2–3 minutes per side until caramelized with grill marks.

Finish with a squeeze of lime juice before serving.

Great on its own, with vanilla ice cream, or as a topping for cheesecakes!

 Mini Cheesecakes

Ingredients (makes ~12)

1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)

3 tbsp melted butter

16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened

½ cup sugar

2 eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Mix crumbs + butter, press a spoonful into each liner (the crust).

Beat cream cheese + sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.

Pour batter over crusts, filling each ¾ full.

Bake 18–20 min until just set. Cool completely, then chill in fridge at least 2 hours.