Crispy Pineapple Fritters
Deliciously crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these Crispy Pineapple Fritters are a quick and easy treat that will fill your kitchen with the aroma of tropical sweetness.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 Fresh pineapple, cut into rings or thick slices (pat dry) Look for ripe pineapple for best flavor.
- 1 cup All-purpose flour Standard flour works best for this recipe.
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 large Egg
- 3/4 cup Milk (regular or plant-based works) Can substitute with non-dairy alternatives.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional) Adds flavor depth.
- Oil for frying Canola or vegetable oil Aim for oil temperature around 350 F.
- Powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar for topping Use to dust finished fritters.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat about 1 to 1.5 inches of oil in a deep skillet to around 350 F.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Whisk in the egg, milk, and vanilla until smooth, with a few small lumps being fine.
- Pat dry the pineapple slices using paper towels.
Frying
- Dip the pineapple rings into the batter, letting the excess drip off.
- Fry 2 to 4 pieces at a time for about 1.5 to 2.5 minutes on each side until deep golden.
- Once cooked, drain on paper towels, then dust with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar.
- Serve warm for the best experience.
Notes
Ensure to dry the pineapple well to enhance crispiness. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes for better adhesion. Fry in small batches to keep oil temperature stable.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g