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    Home » Breakfast and Brunch Recipes » Broiled Grapefruit with Maple Syrup

    Broiled Grapefruit with Maple Syrup

    Published: Feb 16, 2020 by Elaine · This post may contain Amazon affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This blog generates income via ads · 2 Comments

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    Broiled Grapefruit half topped with yogurt and granola
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    Broiled Grapefruit half topped with yogurt and granola

    Broiled grapefruit with maple syrup and cinnamon served with granola and yogurt makes a quick, healthy breakfast. It's elegant enough for a special brunch!

    Broiled Grapefruit with Maple Syrup topped with yogurt and granola with a book and a cup of coffee.

    Broiled grapefruit: don't knock it until you try it! If you like grapefruit in the morning, you'll love this quick, healthy breakfast of broiled grapefruit with maple syrup, yogurt and granola.

    If you're feeling like you've had quite enough winter, it's time to let this ruby red grapefruit lift your spirits and brighten your breakfast table.

    We've had more than our share of cloudy, drizzly days here in the Pacific Northwest lately. Switching up our breakfast choices often starts the day on a cheerful note, especially when the weather forecast indicates more of the same ahead!

    4 cut grapefruit halves on a marble background.

    Ready to brighten your breakfast? Here's what you'll need.

    Ingredients for Broiled Grapefruit with Maple Syrup and Cinnamon

    grapefuit: pink is usually a little sweeter and less acidic, but either pink or white grapefruit will work.

    maple syrup: or honey

    cinnamon: adds a touch of sweet spice and helps to mellow the tartness of the grapefruit

    salt: a tiny sprinkle also helps to balance grapefruit's bitter taste

    yogurt: your favourite Greek yogurt or use coconut yogurt for dairy-free or vegan diet

    granola: homemade. Try this Maple Nut Granola, Apple Cinnamon Granola or Grain-Free Nutty Granola.

    Two broiled grapefruit halves in glass bowls topped with maple syrup and cinnamon.

    How to Make Broiled Grapefruit

    This is an overview of what you'll do. It couldn't be easier! Complete instructions are in the recipe card below.

    Begin by sectioning the grapefruit. Don't miss this important step. Not only does it make it easier to eat, but it allows some of the maple-syrup-cinnamon mixture to seep down to the bottom of the fruit.

    Cut around the grapefruit, separating the fruit from the peel, then loosen each of the segments by carefully slicing inside the membranes.

    Two grapefruit halves, sectioned.

    Sprinkle each half with a little sea salt (not too much), brush with a little maple syrup, then sprinkle on a dusting of cinnamon.

    Two broiled grapefruit halves sprinkled with salt, cinnamon and maple syrup

    Broil for a few minutes, watching carefully, to prevent it from burning. The maple syrup and cinnamon topping will bubble a little, seeping in between the grapefruit sections below, resulting in caramelized sweet, but tart grapefruit.

    Broiled grapefruit is best served warm from the oven. However, if you want to top it with yogurt and granola, allow it to cool slightly first. Add a dollop of slightly sweetened Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt) and top with a tablespoon or two of your favourite granola.

    Salt on grapefruit? Why?

    Grapefruit is naturally tart. You might think of it as sour or bitter, too. While sugar helps to cover up the bitter taste, salt actually tends to balance it. Try adding a little sprinkle of sea salt next time you serve grapefruit. This trick works on sour kiwi fruit, too! Read more about salting grapefruit here.

    On broiled grapefruit half topped with yogurt and granola with a cup of coffee and a black checkered napkin.

    Possible Variations

    Top the broiled grapefruit with sliced banana after removing it from the oven.

    Be adventurous and try it with herbs! Add these after you've broiled the grapefruit. A light sprinkle of fresh, finely chopped rosemary is superb. Grapefruit and mint also make a beautiful pairing. Finely chop fresh mint leaves to use as a garnish.

    Ready to try something a little different for breakfast? Save this for an Easter or Mother's Day brunch idea, too.

    Broiled Grapefruit half topped with Greek yogurt and granola

    Broiled Grapefruit with Maple Syrup

    Broiled grapefruit with maple syrup and cinnamon served with granola and yogurt makes a quick, healthy breakfast that's also elegant enough for a special brunch!
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    Course: Breakfast and Brunch
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 4 minutes
    Total Time: 9 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 282kcal
    Author: Elaine
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    Equipment

    broiler

    Ingredients

    • 1 large grapefruit halved
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • 2 teaspoon maple syrup
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ½ cup Greek yogurt
    • ½ cup granola

    Instructions

    • Cut around the grapefruit, separating the fruit from the peel, then loosen each of the segments by carefully slicing inside the membranes.
      Sectioned grapefruit halves
    • Sprinkle each half with a little sea salt (not too much), brush each half with a teaspoon (or more) of maple syrup, then sprinkle with a dusting of cinnamon.
      grapefruit halves topped with salt, cinnamon and maple syrup
    • Place in a baking dish under the broiler for 7 - 9 minutes. Time will depend on your broiler. Watch carefully to prevent scorching. The syrup will bubble up a little, mixing with the cinnamon.
      Broiled grapefruit halves with yogurt and granola cups on the side
    • Remove from oven and transfer to serving bowls. Serve warm with yogurt and granola on the side, or allow to cool slightly, then top with a dollop of Greek yogurt and homemade granola.
      Broiled Grapefruit with Maple Syrup, topped with Greek yogurt and granola

    Nutrition

    Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 322mg | Potassium: 389mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 1942IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 134mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Chrissy

      March 01, 2020 at 2:59 pm

      5 stars
      I thought this was strange when I first read it, but I made it for Saturday morning brunch. It's delicious! We really liked that hint of maple syrup. Thanks for a great idea.

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      • Flavour & Savour

        March 01, 2020 at 3:25 pm

        I know it seems a little odd to broil grapefruit, but it is really good, isn't it!

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