Grillin’ Up Sweets

We all know that the grill is ideal for cooking up hamburgers, ribs, veggies, and even fish but did you know it is also the perfect way to prepare a family friendly dessert as well. Plus with these hot summer months you will want to run your oven as little as possible and enjoy the outdoors before it is inevitably cold again. Here are a couple of my favorite and simple dessert recipes perfect for the grill.

*Banana boats: Simply slice a banana part way down the middle. Stuff with chocolate chips and marshmallows (or any other toppings of your choice) and wrap in foil and place on the grill until insides melt. Let cool a bit and enjoy. It’s a healthier take on my all time favorite s’more!
*Grilled Pineapple: I used to be one of those people that turned my nose up at grilled fruit but I have officially reformed once I tasted grilled pineapple. My favorite way to prepare it is to core and slice pineapple in thick slices. Slather honey on all sides of the pineapple slices and then the secret is to lightly sprinkle pineapple with cayenne pepper. Grill until warm and grill marks begin to appear. It pairs well with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream.
*Doughnuts on the Grill: Does it sound weird? It is… weird and delicious. You can make your own doughnuts but I usually just use some cheap, store bought doughnuts. You will also need a brick covered in aluminum foil. Lightly brush the doughnut with oil and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Place doughnut on grill with brick on top. Cook until grill marks are apparent. This is perfect drizzled in chocolate sauce.
*Shortcake Kabobs: We all know what a big hit kabobs on the grill are so why not try it for dessert. Just use the same skewers and instead of steak and veggies alternate squares of pound cake, pineapple, and strawberries. A tub of cool whip makes for great dipping!