Spring is coming— are you bringing out your propane gas grills to celebrate spring in Rocky Mount, NC? You should. It’s getting a little warmer and there’s nothing better than having a grilled sweet treat. Believe it or not, there are actually a lot of sweets you can make on a propane gas grill. Don’t believe us? Here are 3 sweets to grill this spring.
1. Grilled Pineapple
It’s getting warmer and with all of the flowers starting to bloom, it’s hard not to want something as sweet and beautiful as the nature blooming all around you. Try this interesting treat via Wine and Glue to get a grilled bite of spring
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 pineapple
Instructions
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Grill pineapple slices over medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes.
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While the pineapple is grilling, mix together the honey (softened in the microwave for about 30 seconds) and the cinnamon.
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Drizzle the grilled pineapple with the honey and serve.
2. Grilled Peaches
You may have to wait a little while for them to be in season, but there’s nothing like biting into a ripe peach. There’s nothing better, except for honey grilled ones. Use this Six Sister’s Stuff recipe for some of that goodness:
Ingredients
- 4 peaches
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 4 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Vanilla Ice Cream (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the peaches in half and peal out the pit.
- Drizzle 1/2 tablespoon of honey on each peach.
- Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 tablespoon brown sugar over the drizzled peach.
- Place peach flat side down on the grill at medium heat for about 4 minutes.
- Remove from grill and serve warm.
- For a little extra sweetness, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped topping.
3. Grilled Donuts
Beyond fruit, there are actually a lot baked goods you can do on the grill. One such dessert item is making donuts on the grill. Use this recipe via McCormick’s to get in on the action.
INGREDIENTS (8 servings)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp McCormick® Cinnamon, Ground
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, melted
2 tbsps packed brown sugar
1 can (16 oz) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits, 8 biscuits
INSTRUCTIONS
- Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in medium bowl. Mix butter and brown sugar in small bowl. Set aside. Cut out center of biscuits with small round cookie cutter. (Or use the cap of the cinnamon bottle to cut out the donut hole. Just be sure to flour the cap to prevent the dough from sticking.)
- Grill donuts and donut holes over medium-low heat 4 to 6 minutes per side. Brush with butter mixture just before removing from grill. Toss immediately in cinnamon sugar. Serve with fresh fruit and whipped cream, if desired.
Ready to Start Grilling?
If you wanna know more grilling tips, check out our our guide to grilling in the fall. If you want to get started on your grilling journey, don’t hesitate to contact us. From propane gas Grills to gas delivery in Rocky Mount, NC— we’re your grilling destination. It’s a great way to celebrate spring.