Crispy Pineapple Fritters
Golden, crunchy pineapple fritters made with a light cornstarch batter and juicy pineapple rings. A quick tropical dessert ready in 30 minutes.
Equipment
- Deep skillet or saucepan
- Wire rack
- Cooking thermometer
Ingredients
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings, drained and patted dry
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 cup cold sparkling water or plain cold water
- 1 egg
- vegetable oil, for frying
- powdered sugar, for serving
Instructions
- Dry the pineapple. Drain rings and press between paper towels until completely dry.
- Mix dry ingredients. Whisk flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
- Make the batter. Add egg and cold sparkling water. Mix until just combined - a few lumps are fine.
- Heat the oil. Pour oil 2 inches deep into a skillet and heat to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the fritters. Dip each pineapple ring in batter, let excess drip off, and fry 2 to 3 rings at a time for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden.
- Drain and serve. Transfer to a wire rack, dust with powdered sugar, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Keep oil at a steady 350°F for best results.
- Do not overcrowd the pan - fry in small batches.
- Use cold water or sparkling water for a crispier batter.
- Pat pineapple very dry to prevent batter from sliding off.