Description
Indulge in a tropical escape with Indulgent Fried Pineapple with Coconut Crust: A Tropical Delight. This easy-to-make dessert features warm, juicy pineapple rings coated in a crispy coconut crust that’s simply irresistible. Ideal for parties, family gatherings, or as a special treat at home, these fritters will transport you to sun-soaked shores with every bite. Enjoy them plain or elevate your experience with whipped cream or a refreshing fruit dip. With minimal preparation and maximum flavor, this dessert is sure to impress guests of all ages!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can pineapple rings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- Optional: whipped cream or fruit dip for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, milk, and egg until smooth. Refrigerate for 2 hours to allow the batter to thicken.
- Drain and dry the pineapple rings if using canned; slice fresh pineapple into rings.
- Dip each pineapple ring into the batter, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Roll the battered pineapple in shredded coconut until completely covered.
- Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Fry coated rings for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with optional whipped cream or fruit dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg