Heavenly Pineapple Fritters (Printable Version)

Golden crispy pineapple treats with coconut, dusted in sugar and ready in 30 minutes

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch thick rings (about 8 rings)

→ Batter

02 - 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
03 - 1/4 cup (30 g) cornstarch
04 - 1 tablespoon sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 2/3 cup (160 ml) 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 surface.
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, ensuring no lumps remain.
04 - Pour vegetable oil into a deep saucepan or fryer and heat to 350°F (175°C). Maintain temperature throughout frying.
05 - Dip each pineapple ring into the batter, turning to coat completely. Allow excess batter to drip off for even frying.
06 - Carefully lower battered rings into hot oil, frying 2–3 at a time. Cook 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. Optionally sprinkle with toasted coconut. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The contrast between hot crisp batter and cool juicy pineapple creates this incredible texture that keeps you reaching for just one more
  • They taste like a tropical vacation but come together in under 30 minutes with ingredients you probably already have
02 -
  • Let the oil come back to temperature between batches, otherwise the fritters will absorb too much oil and turn soggy
  • The batter thickens as it sits, so if it gets too heavy, stir in a splash more sparkling water to thin it out
03 -
  • If you don't have fresh pineapple, well-drained canned rings work in a pinch, but reduce the frying time by about 30 seconds
  • A small spray bottle with water can help create steam if your kitchen gets too smoky from the frying

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