Here at Serious Eats World Headquarters we rejoice at the end of March for many reasons. "Hello, Spring weather!" and "Hallelujah, the return of ice cream!" are certainly major contenders. But mid-March is also the beginning of a glorious season. That's right, folks, we're talking about pineapple season.

From mid-March through July, you can catch us snacking on this tropical fruit left and right. Sweet, tart, and chock full of incredible juice, the pineapple is one of our favorite ways to amp up our levels of vitamin C without compromising on flavor. Here are 7 delicious pineapple-inspired dessert recipes. Now if only we could figure out a way to get to the Caribbean....

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Pastel de Pina »
Pina Colada Cupcakes »
Grilled Pineapple »
Pineapple Dulce-De-Leche Torta »
Red Banana Pineapple Bread »
Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca »
Spicy Pineapple and Tequila Sorbet »