Description
Fried Pineapple Rings are a delicious tropical dessert featuring fresh pineapple slices dipped in a light, crispy batter and fried to golden perfection. This easy-to-make treat combines the natural sweetness of pineapple with a crunchy exterior, perfect for serving warm as a delightful snack or dessert, optionally dusted with powdered or cinnamon sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 1 fresh pineapple peeled, cored, and sliced into rings
Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup cold club soda (or sparkling water)
Frying
- Vegetable oil for frying
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare Pineapple Rings: Pat the pineapple rings dry thoroughly using paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps the batter adhere better and prevents oil splatter during frying.
- Make Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined. Gradually pour in the cold club soda while whisking continuously until a smooth, slightly thick batter forms, free of lumps.
- Heat Oil: Pour about 2 inches of vegetable oil into a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C), ensuring it’s hot enough to crisp the batter without absorbing excess oil.
- Batter Pineapple Rings: Dip each pineapple ring into the prepared batter, allowing any excess batter to drip off gently to avoid clumping.
- Fry Pineapple Rings: Carefully lower 2 to 3 batter-coated pineapple rings into the hot oil at a time. Fry each side for 1–2 minutes or until the rings are golden brown and crispy.
- Drain Excess Oil: Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried pineapple rings from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve: Repeat the battering and frying process with the remaining rings. Once all are cooked, dust with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar if desired, and serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- You can use canned pineapple rings if fresh pineapple isn’t available. Just make sure to drain them well and pat dry to ensure the batter sticks better and frying is safer.
- For an extra indulgent treat, pair fried pineapple rings with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzle with honey for added sweetness and contrast.
