Fried Golden Pineapple (Printable)
Golden pineapple rings fried in a light batter until crisp and caramelized. Sweet tropical treat with warm cinnamon hints.
# What You Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 large ripe pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/2-inch rings
→ Batter & Coating
02 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - Pinch of salt
07 - 1/2 cup cold sparkling water
→ For Frying
08 - Vegetable oil, for shallow frying
→ Optional Toppings
09 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
10 - 1/4 cup shredded coconut, toasted
11 - Vanilla ice cream (for serving)
# How-To:
01 - Whisk together flour, cornstarch, sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl. Gradually add cold sparkling water, whisking until a smooth, thick batter forms.
02 - Pat pineapple rings dry with paper towels to ensure batter adheres properly.
03 - Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
04 - Dip each pineapple ring into the batter, letting any excess drip off.
05 - Fry pineapple rings in batches for 1–2 minutes per side, or until golden and crisp. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
06 - Transfer fried pineapple to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Serve warm, drizzled with honey or maple syrup, and topped with toasted coconut or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The contrast between the crisp, golden batter and the hot juicy pineapple inside is absolutely addictive
- Ready in 20 minutes but tastes like something from a specialty restaurant
- Perfect for those moments when you want dessert but do not want to turn on the oven
02 -
- Cold sparkling water is non negotiable here, warm or still water makes the batter heavy and soggy
- Do not overcrowd the pan or the oil temperature will drop and your pineapple will be greasy
- Work in batches and keep finished pieces warm in a 200°F oven if needed
03 -
- Dust pineapple rings with extra flour before battering for extra crunch
- Let the finished pineapple rest on a wire rack instead of paper towels to stay crispy longer