Golden Pineapple Fritters (Printable Version)
Crispy golden pineapple rings in coconut batter, lightly sweetened and perfectly fried.
# What You Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch thick rings (about 8 rings)
→ Batter
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1/4 cup cornstarch
04 - 1 tablespoon sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 2/3 cup 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 - Toasted shredded coconut, for garnish (optional)
# How to Make It:
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. Use a kitchen thermometer to verify temperature.
05 - Dip each pineapple ring into the batter, turning to coat completely. Allow excess batter to drip off before frying.
06 - Carefully lower 2-3 battered rings into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
07 - Remove fritters using a slotted spoon and transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
08 - Dust fritters generously with powdered sugar and sprinkle with toasted coconut if desired. Serve immediately while warm for best texture.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The coconut milk adds subtle richness without overwhelming the tropical brightness
- Sparkling water creates the lightest, crispiest batter you will ever taste
02 -
- If your oil is not hot enough the fritters will absorb too much oil and turn soggy instead of crisp
- Let the battered pineapple drip for a full 5 seconds over the bowl, or you will get weird tendrils of fried batter
03 -
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to the batter for warm, spiced undertones that complement the pineapple
- Work in small batches so the oil temperature does not drop, which leads to greasy results