Heavenly Pineapple Fritters
Delicious, crispy fritters made with fresh pineapple rings coated in sweet batter and fried to perfection, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Fritter Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a less refined option.
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder Avoid substituting directly with baking soda.
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 large Egg Can substitute with a flax egg for vegan option.
- 1/2 cup Milk Dairy-free milk can be used.
- 1 whole Fresh pineapple Sliced into rings.
- 2 cups Vegetable oil Canola or coconut oil can be used.
- 1 tablespoon Additional cinnamon and sugar Adjust mixture to liking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the fresh pineapple into rings, ensuring they are not too thick for even cooking.
Batter Preparation
- In a large bowl, mix all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat the egg and then add the milk. Mix well.
- Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until smooth.
Frying
- In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat, ensuring there is enough oil to fully submerge the fritters.
- Dip each pineapple ring into the batter, making sure they are fully coated.
- Carefully place the coated pineapple rings into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Once fried, remove the fritters and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- While still warm, sprinkle with the additional cinnamon and sugar mixture.
Notes
Serve warm for the best taste; they can be enjoyed as is or drizzled with honey or maple syrup. To store, allow to cool completely and place in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to a week.