Fried Pineapple Rings (Printable Version)
Golden pineapple rings in light batter, fried until caramelized and crisp
# Ingredient List:
→ Pineapple
01 - 1 large fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/2-inch rings (or 1 can pineapple rings, drained)
→ Batter
02 - 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1/4 cup cornstarch
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 3/4 cup cold sparkling water
08 - 1 large egg, optional for extra crispiness
→ For Frying & Serving
09 - 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
10 - Powdered sugar for dusting
11 - Optional: ground cinnamon, vanilla ice cream, or caramel sauce
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - If using fresh pineapple, peel, core, and slice into 1/2-inch rings. Pat rings completely dry with paper towels to ensure batter adheres properly.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Stir in cold sparkling water and egg (if using) until just combined—do not overmix as this toughens the batter.
03 - Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or saucepan to a depth of 2 inches. Heat oil to 350°F, maintaining temperature throughout frying for optimal crispiness.
04 - Dip each pineapple ring into batter, turning to coat completely. Allow excess batter to drip off for a thin, even layer.
05 - Carefully place battered rings in hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry 1–2 minutes per side until deep golden brown. Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
06 - Dust warm fried pineapple rings generously with powdered sugar. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired. Serve immediately while crispy, optionally with vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce.
# Tips from hearthlykitchen:
01 -
- The contrast between hot crispy batter and cool juicy pineapple hits every pleasure point at once
- These disappear from plates faster than any other dessert Ive ever made
- They look impressive but come together in about twenty minutes flat
02 -
- Overmixed batter becomes tough and rubbery, so stir it gently and stop as soon as the flour disappears
- Crowding the pan drops the oil temperature dramatically, so fry in small batches for the best results
- These need to be eaten right away because the steam from the pineapple softens the batter over time
03 -
- Set up a cooling rack over a baking sheet before you start frying so you have somewhere to put the finished rings
- Keep a small bowl of water nearby to dip your fingers in when handling the batterit gets sticky quickly