Description
These Fried Pineapple Rings are crispy, golden, and bursting with tropical flavor! Coated in sweet coconut and fried to perfection, they pair beautifully with a creamy coconut dipping sauce. Perfect as a summer snack, dessert, or party appetizer!
Ingredients
For the Pineapple Rings:
- 8 pineapple rings
- 1 cup pineapple juice (for soaking)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 (10-oz.) bag sweetened coconut flakes
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup coconut milk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Coconut Dipping Sauce:
- 4 oz. cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Extra coconut milk (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
- Soak the Pineapple:
- Place pineapple rings in a bowl and cover with pineapple juice.
- Let soak for at least 1 hour, then drain and pat dry.
- Prepare the Coating:
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs & coconut milk, and one with sweetened coconut flakes.
- Coat the Pineapple Rings:
- Dip each pineapple ring into flour, then egg mixture, then coconut flakes, pressing gently to coat evenly.
- Fry the Pineapple Rings:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry each ring for about 1 minute per side, until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Make the Dipping Sauce:
- Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract and coconut milk to reach desired consistency.
- Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve warm with dipping sauce, fresh mint, or a tropical fruit salad.
Notes
- Gluten-Free: Use almond or coconut flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Spicy Kick: Add cinnamon or chili powder to the flour mix.
- Extra Crunch: Double-coat the pineapple for a thicker crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
