Description
A simple and delicious Sweet Broiled Grapefruit recipe featuring halved grapefruit topped with butter, cinnamon sugar, and broiled until bubbly and caramelized for a warm, tangy-sweet breakfast or dessert treat.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 large grapefruit
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Broiler: Set your oven broiler to high and allow it to heat thoroughly, ensuring even cooking and caramelization of the grapefruit tops.
- Prepare the Grapefruit: Cut the grapefruit crosswise in half. Optionally, slice a thin piece from the bottom of each half to help them sit evenly on the baking sheet. Use a knife to cut around each grapefruit segment to loosen the fruit from the membrane.
- Add Butter and Topping: Place a tablespoon of softened butter on each grapefruit half. In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and ground cinnamon, then evenly sprinkle this mixture over the buttered grapefruit halves.
- Broil the Grapefruit: Arrange the grapefruit halves cut side up on a baking sheet. Place them under the broiler about 4 inches from the heat source. Broil just until the sugar mixture is bubbly and caramelized, approximately 3-5 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Notes
- Watch closely while broiling, as the sugar can quickly burn.
- Use a sharp knife to loosen the segments so it's easier to eat with a spoon.
- You can substitute brown sugar for a deeper caramel flavor.
- Serve warm for the best taste experience.
- If you prefer a less sweet dish, reduce the sugar amount to 1 tablespoon.
