Heavenly Pineapple Fritters (Printable Version)
Golden crispy pineapple rings in coconut batter, fried until golden and dusted with powdered sugar for a tropical sweet treat.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch thick rings (about 8 rings)
→ Batter
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1/4 cup cornstarch
04 - 1 tablespoon sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 2/3 cup chilled sparkling water
08 - 2 tablespoons coconut milk
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For Frying
10 - Vegetable oil, for deep frying
→ Topping
11 - Powdered sugar, for dusting
12 - Optional: toasted shredded coconut, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Pat the pineapple rings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Set aside on a clean plate.
02 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
03 - Add chilled sparkling water, coconut milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Whisk until smooth and thick, with no lumps remaining.
04 - Pour vegetable oil into a deep saucepan or fryer. Heat to 350°F, maintaining temperature throughout frying.
05 - Dip each pineapple ring into the batter, ensuring complete coverage. Allow excess batter to drip off for even cooking.
06 - Carefully lower 2-3 battered rings into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
07 - Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
08 - Dust fritters generously with powdered sugar while warm. Sprinkle with toasted coconut if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The sparkling water in the batter creates the lightest, airiest crunch you have ever experienced
- Fresh pineapple and a hint of coconut transform simple frying into something that feels like vacation
02 -
- Hot oil is nonnegotiable. If your oil is not hot enough, the batter will absorb oil and turn sad and greasy instead of crispy and light.
- The sparkling water must be cold when it hits the flour. Warm bubbles mean flat, heavy batter.
03 -
- Skip the fresh pineapple if you must, but drain canned rings exceptionally well and even pat them dry
- Let the fritters rest on a wire rack instead of paper towels for extra crunch all over