Description
These crispy Fried Pineapple Rings are a delightful tropical snack that combines the sweetness of pineapple with a crunchy coconut coating. Perfect for a summer treat or party appetizer!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 8 pineapple rings
- 1 cup dark rum
- 1 cup coconut rum
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 (10-oz.) bag sweetened coconut flakes
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 4 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Pineapple Rings: Soak pineapple rings in dark rum and coconut rum.
- Coconut Coating: Mix flour and coconut flakes. Dredge pineapple rings in flour mixture.
- Egg Wash: Whisk eggs and coconut milk. Dip coated rings in egg wash.
- Frying: Fry rings in hot oil until golden brown.
- Cream Cheese Dip: Mix softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Serve: Serve fried pineapple rings with cream cheese dip.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less powdered sugar to the cream cheese dip.
- For a healthier version, try baking the coated pineapple rings instead of frying them.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pineapple ring
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg