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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Baked Grapefruit

    Published: March 28, 2020 · Updated: December 5, 2020 · By: Krissy · 4 Comments
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    If you've never enjoyed Baked Grapefruit, you're in for a real treat. Follow this simple method and  enjoy grapefruit more than you ever thought you could.

    half a grapefruit in bowl that has been broiled with sugar

    Why this recipe works:

    You don't really need a recipe to know how to make baked grapefruit. You basically put brown sugar on the grapefruit and broil it until nicely melted and the fruit is warmed through.

    The recipe, itself, is extremely easy.

    Ever had grilled pineapple? The heat makes the fruit extra juicy and brings out the natural sweetness. Same thing happens when you broil grapefruit. The brown sugar on top is just a bonus!

    Here's how to make it:

    1. Start by cutting a large grapefruit in half. To make it easier to eat, cut the segments away from the pith and in between the membranes with a small pairing knife. pink grapefruit cut in half
    2. Sprinkle each half with a tablespoon of golden brown sugar.
    3. Set the sugar covered grapefruit halves on a baking sheet and broil for about 5 minutes until the fruit is warm and the sugar is bubbling.

    Quick tips for perfect results:

    • The recipe is for one grapefruit but you can easily make this recipe for a crowd. It is a fantastic addition to any brunch.
    • The brown sugar is optional. Although I used to cover my grapefruit with a disgusting amount of sugar when I was a kid, our entire family eats it plain now. You can certainly broil the plain grapefruit and it will still be delicious. The brown sugar just makes it a treat.
    • You may need to adjust the height of your oven rack to ensure the grapefruit gets heated through without burning the brown sugar on top.
    • You can use granulated sugar instead of brown sugar, but I found the brown sugar adds more of a rich caramel flavor.

    spoon digging out a segment of broiled grapefruit

    Related recipes:

    I love citrus and will often use grapefruit, lemons, limes, and oranges in all kinds of recipes. Here are just a few suggestions if you love citrus too.

    • Grapefruit Mimosa
    • Grapefruit Tequila Slammer
    • Orange Cupcakes
    • Pomegranate Orange Muffins
    • Cranberry Orange Bread
    • Strawberry Rhubarb Lemonade

    Did you make this recipe? Be sure to leave me a comment to let me know what you think!

    If you've never enjoyed Baked Grapefruit, you're in for a real treat. Follow this simple method and enjoy grapefruit more than you ever thought you could.

    Baked Grapefruit

    If you've never enjoyed Baked Grapefruit, you're in for a real treat. Follow this simple method and enjoy grapefruit more than you ever thought you could.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Scale: 2 servings
    Recipe Created By: Krissy Allori

    Ingredients

    • 1 grapefruit
    • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

    Instructions

    • Set broiler to high. Slice grapefruit in half and use a paring knife to separate the pieces for easy scooping. Spread 1 tablespoon of brown sugar onto each side. Place fruit in a baking dish that will collect any excess juices that spill over.
    • Broil until sugar melts, about 5 minutes. Serve warm.

    Notes

    Quick tips for perfect results:

    • The recipe is for one grapefruit but you can easily make this recipe for a crowd. It is a fantastic addition to any brunch.
    • The brown sugar is optional. Although I used to cover my grapefruit with a disgusting amount of sugar when I was a kid, our entire family eats it plain now. You can certainly broil the plain grapefruit and it will still be delicious. The brown sugar just makes it a treat.
    • You may need to adjust the height of your oven rack to ensure the grapefruit gets heated through without burning the brown sugar on top.
    • You can use granulated sugar instead of brown sugar, but I found the brown sugar adds more of a rich caramel flavor.

    NUTRITION INFORMATION

    Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 166mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 1415IU | Vitamin C: 38.4mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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    This easy recipe was originally published in March 2015 and has been updated with more helpful information and cooking tips. Don't worry - I didn't change the recipe.

    If you’ve never enjoyed Baked Grapefruit, you’re in for a real treat. Follow this simple method and enjoy grapefruit more than you ever thought you could.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Laura Reese

      December 21, 2019 at 4:53 pm

      5 stars
      I have never heard of this but it sounds amazing! What a great breakfast idea! Can't wait to try it.

      Reply
    2. Jennifer

      December 20, 2019 at 3:56 am

      5 stars
      OMG life changed!!! This was sooooooooooo good!

      Reply
    3. Sara Welch

      December 19, 2019 at 10:45 pm

      5 stars
      Never heard of this before, but I love grapefruit any way I can get it and this is no exception! Intrigued, indeed!!

      Reply
    4. Natalie

      December 19, 2019 at 6:19 pm

      5 stars
      I love grapefruit, but have honestly never tried it baked. I am so doing this! And, brown sugar makes everything even better!

      Reply

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