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Crispy homemade pineapple fritters on a plate

Pineapple Fritters

Bursting with tropical flavor, these fritters are a delightful way to enjoy fresh pineapple, perfect for a quick snack or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritter Batter
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/2 cup Milk
For the Pineapple
  • 1 whole Fresh pineapple
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable oil
For Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Additional cinnamon and sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the pineapple into 1/2-inch rings, then cut into bite-sized wedges or rounds. Pat dry to remove excess juice.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and milk together, then fold into the dry mix until just combined.
Cooking
  1. Pour vegetable oil into a heavy skillet or Dutch oven to reach about 1/2 inch deep and heat to 350°F.
  2. Dip pineapple pieces into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, and carefully place them into the hot oil.
  3. Fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Transfer fritters to a paper-towel-lined tray to drain, then toss lightly in the cinnamon-sugar mix. Repeat with the remaining pineapple.
  5. Serve warm immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

Serve these pineapple fritters drizzled with honey or topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Ensure your oil is hot enough by testing with a small amount of batter; it should bubble and rise immediately. Don’t overcrowd the skillet when frying, as this can lower the oil temperature and result in soggy fritters. For an extra kick, add a pinch of nutmeg to the batter along with the cinnamon. Experiment with different fruits; peaches and apples also make excellent fritters.