How To Cut A Pineapple
Learn How To Cut A Pineapple the easy way with this simple step-by-step guide. From peeling and coring to slicing perfect pineapple chunks or rings, this tutorial makes prepping fresh pineapple quick, easy, and mess-free.
Ingredients
- Pineapple
Instructions
My Favorite Method
- Trim the ends: Slice off the top (crown) and bottom of the pineapple to create a stable base.
- Slice off the exterior: Stand the pineapple upright and carefully slice downward to remove the outer skin, following the curve of the fruit. Try to remove just the skin while keeping as much fruit as possible.
- Cut in half: Place the pineapple on its side and slice it in half lengthwise. Cut into quarters: Take each half and cut it in half again lengthwise to create 4 long wedges.
- Remove the core: Using your knife, slice off the tough inner core from each wedge. It’s the lighter, firmer strip along the center.
- Cut into cubes: Lay each wedge flat and slice into strips, then cut crosswise to create bite-sized cubes.
How To Cut Pineapple Into Rings
- Trim the ends: Slice off the top (crown) and bottom of the pineapple so it can sit flat.
- Remove the skin: Stand the pineapple upright and slice downward to remove the outer skin, following the curve of the fruit. Remove any remaining “eyes” (brown spots) with the tip of your knife if needed.
- Slice into rounds: Lay the pineapple on its side and cut into 1/2-inch to 3/4-inch thick slices. Hello pineapple rings!
- Remove the core: Use a biscuit cutter or small round cookie cutter to remove the core. Even a piping tip can work too!
