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Fried Pineapple Rings

Fried Pineapple Rings with Crispy Coconut Crust Bliss

Indulge in these Fried Pineapple Rings, combining sweetness with a crispy coconut crust for a perfect tropical dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Soaking Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 rings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pineapple
  • 1 medium Fresh Pineapple cut into rings
  • 1/2 cup Dark Rum
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Rum
For the Breading
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or almond flour for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Sweetened Coconut Flakes adjust for sweetness
  • 2 large Eggs or flax egg for vegan
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Milk any milk can be used
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil peanut or coconut oil preferred
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese or vegan cream cheese
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Deep pot
  • thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple
  1. Soak the pineapple rings in dark and coconut rum for at least 1 hour.
  2. Prepare three bowls with flour, egg mixture, and coconut flakes for breading.
  3. Bread the pineapple rings in flour, egg mixture, and coconut flakes.
  4. Fry the breaded rings in heated vegetable oil at 350°F until golden brown.
  5. Make the dipping sauce by blending cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  6. Serve the fried pineapple rings immediately with the dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ringCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Maintain oil temperature and serve hot for the best texture. Store leftovers properly in the fridge or freezer.

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