Lebkuchen-Glazed Pineapple Skewers
A sweet and tangy twist on traditional German lebkuchen, these skewers combine caramelized pineapple with a hint of spicy ginger.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup Pineapple
- ●2 inches Adventurous (Ginger)
- ●2 tablespoons Tart (Lemon)
- ●1 cup Granulated Sugar
- ●2 tablespoons Water
- ●1 cup Lebkuchen (German Spice Cake)
- ●2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
Instructions
- 1
Cut the pineapple into 1-inch chunks and set aside.
- 2
Peel the ginger and slice into thin rounds.
- 3
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the syrup has thickened slightly.
- 5
Add the ginger to the syrup and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- 6
Thread a pineapple chunk, a piece of ginger, and a piece of lebkuchen onto each skewer.
- 7
Brush the skewers with the syrup, making sure to coat all surfaces.
- 8
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
- 9
Brush the melted butter over the skewers, then sprinkle with granulated sugar.
- 10
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.