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Broiled Grapefruit

Sweeten up your morning with this nifty way to prepare grapefruit! This is the only way my mother could convince me to eat my grapefruit, and I still eat it this way.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 145.3 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Small Serrated Knife For sectioning the grapefruit cleanly.
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Mixing Bowl For temporarily holding grapefruit sections and juice.
  • 1 Baking Sheet To hold grapefruit halves under the broiler.
  • 1 Spoon For spooning out sections and serving.

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 4 grapefruit
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 4 teaspoons butter

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven's broiler.
  • Cut the grapefruits in half, and use a small serrated knife to cut out the sections in the halves. Spoon the sections and juice into a bowl, then scrape out all of the remaining thick skins and pulp. Spoon the sections from the bowl back into the halves. This is best done one half at a time.
  • Sprinkle sugar and cinnamon over the top of each grapefruit half, adjusting as you see fit. Dot with butter. Place the halves on a cookie sheet.
  • Broil for 3 to 5 minutes, until the butter is melted and sugar is starting to turn brown.

Notes

For optimal results, ensure your broiler is fully preheated to achieve quick caramelization without overcooking the grapefruit. When sectioning, work carefully to preserve the integrity of the segments, which enhances both texture and presentation. A slight char on the sugar indicates perfect caramelization, adding a wonderful depth of flavor. Consider using brown sugar for a richer molasses note, or a pinch of ground ginger or cardamom alongside the cinnamon for an elevated spice profile. Serve this warm, perhaps with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for a delightful contrast.