Toasted Coconut Pineapple Finish

Oct 13, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Diced fresh pineapple with vanilla and a shower of toasted coconut flakes, for coconut, lime, rum and vanilla desserts.

Prep 10 min

Cook 6 min

Total 16 min

Servings 12

Diet Dairy free, Gluten free, Vegan

Ingredients

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2.0 cups (330.0 g)diced fresh pineapple (1/2-inch pieces)
1.0 tbsp (12.0 g)granulated sugar
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (40.0 g)unsweetened coconut flakes

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Instructions

Heat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Spread the coconut flakes on a baking sheet and toast 4 to 6 minutes, stirring once, until golden at the edges. Cool.
Toss the pineapple with the sugar and vanilla and let stand 10 minutes.
Drain the pineapple on a towel so it does not soak the dessert.
Spoon the pineapple over the dessert and scatter the toasted coconut on top just before serving.

Tips

Watch the coconut; it goes from golden to burnt in a minute.
Canned pineapple in juice works if well drained.

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Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make toasted coconut pineapple finish?

Plan on 10 minutes of prep and 6 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes tops one cake, 12 cupcakes or doughnuts, or a cheesecake.

How should I store toasted coconut pineapple finish?

Best within a few hours; a finished dessert with fresh fruit keeps 1 day in the fridge.

Can I make toasted coconut pineapple finish ahead?

Prepare the fruit up to 4 hours ahead and keep it covered in the fridge; add it just before serving.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Is this recipe vegan?

Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as chocolate, sprinkles and plant butter are labeled vegan.

Diced fresh pineapple with vanilla and a shower of toasted coconut flakes, for coconut, lime, rum and vanilla desserts.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 12 servings this recipe makes.

41 Calories / serving

2.2g Fat

5.7g Carbs

0.3g Protein

4.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (12 servings): ~492 cal · 26g fat · 68g carbs · 4g protein · 48g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.