Description
Delightfully sweet and crisp, Fried Pineapple Rings offer a carnival-style dessert experience featuring tender pineapple slices dipped in a cinnamon-spiced batter and fried to golden perfection. Ideal for a quick treat, these rings are best enjoyed warm, with a light dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into rings about 1/2 inch thick (or 1 large can pineapple rings, drained and patted dry)
Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Frying
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, optional for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Pineapple: If using fresh pineapple, peel, core, and slice it into rings about half an inch thick. If using canned, drain the rings and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pan to a depth of about 1 inch. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C), using a thermometer to maintain consistent temperature for optimal frying.
- Make the Dry Batter Mix: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined. This mixture forms the coating that will add a sweet and spiced crispiness to the pineapple.
- Prepare the Wet Batter Mix: In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated. This will help the dry batter adhere to the pineapple rings.
- Batter the Pineapple Rings: Dip each pineapple ring first into the wet egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then dredge it evenly in the flour mixture to coat thoroughly. Make sure each ring is well covered for a crispy finish.
- Fry the Rings: Carefully place the coated pineapple rings in the hot oil, frying for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until they become golden brown and crisp. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain oil temperature.
- Drain and Serve: Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried rings and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm, optionally dusted lightly with powdered sugar for added sweetness and presentation.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the flour mixture in the batter.
- These pineapple rings are best enjoyed immediately while hot and crispy to maintain their delightful texture.
- Maintain the oil temperature around 350°F to avoid greasy or undercooked rings.
- Use fresh pineapple for the best texture and flavor, or canned pineapple for convenience.
