Pineapple Fritters
Pineapple Fritters
Ingredients
For the Fritters
- 1 can pineapple rings, 20 ounce, drained, juice reserved
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, optional
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice, reserved from can
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Frying and Serving
- 1 inch vegetable oil, for frying
- as needed powdered sugar, for dusting
- as needed maple syrup, optional, for drizzling
- as needed honey, optional, for drizzling
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg (if using). Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
In a separate bowl, combine the milk, reserved pineapple juice, large egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat. The oil should reach approximately 350°F (175°C).
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 5
Test the oil temperature by dropping a small amount of batter into it. It should sizzle immediately and brown quickly, indicating the oil is ready.
⏱️ 1 min
- 6
While the oil heats, pat the pineapple rings thoroughly dry with paper towels. This helps the batter adhere better and prevents excess splattering.
⏱️ 2 min
- 7
Dip each pineapple ring into the prepared batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Lift the ring and allow any excess batter to drip back into the bowl.
⏱️ 3 min
- 8
Carefully place 2-3 coated pineapple rings into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches to maintain oil temperature.
⏱️ 1 min
- 9
Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use tongs to flip them gently.
⏱️ 6 min
- 10
Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked fritters from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
⏱️ 1 min
- 11
While still warm, dust the pineapple fritters generously with powdered sugar.
⏱️ 1 min
- 12
Serve the pineapple fritters warm. For an extra treat, drizzle with maple syrup or honey, if desired. Enjoy these sunny fritters!
⏱️ 1 min
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Pineapple Fritters
For the Fritters
- 1 can pineapple rings, 20 ounce, drained, juice reserved
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, optional
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice, reserved from can
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Frying and Serving
- 1 inch vegetable oil, for frying
- as needed powdered sugar, for dusting
- as needed maple syrup, optional, for drizzling
- as needed honey, optional, for drizzling
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg (if using). Set aside.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
In a separate bowl, combine the milk, reserved pineapple juice, large egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat. The oil should reach approximately 350°F (175°C).
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 5
Test the oil temperature by dropping a small amount of batter into it. It should sizzle immediately and brown quickly, indicating the oil is ready.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
While the oil heats, pat the pineapple rings thoroughly dry with paper towels. This helps the batter adhere better and prevents excess splattering.
⏱️ 2 min - 7
Dip each pineapple ring into the prepared batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Lift the ring and allow any excess batter to drip back into the bowl.
⏱️ 3 min - 8
Carefully place 2-3 coated pineapple rings into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches to maintain oil temperature.
⏱️ 1 min - 9
Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use tongs to flip them gently.
⏱️ 6 min - 10
Using a slotted spoon, remove the cooked fritters from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
⏱️ 1 min - 11
While still warm, dust the pineapple fritters generously with powdered sugar.
⏱️ 1 min - 12
Serve the pineapple fritters warm. For an extra treat, drizzle with maple syrup or honey, if desired. Enjoy these sunny fritters!
⏱️ 1 min