Description
- Fried Pineapple Rings with Creamy Coconut Dipping Sauce is a tropical dessert or snack featuring juicy pineapple coated in crispy coconut flakes, complemented by a luscious coconut-cream cheese dipping sauce. Perfect for gatherings, this recipe offers a delightful mix of sweetness and crunch!
Ingredients
- 8 pineapple rings
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 (10-ounce) bag sweetened coconut flakes
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup coconut milk, plus extra for adjusting sauce consistency
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Soak pineapple rings in pineapple juice for 1 hour. Drain and pat dry.
- Prepare coating stations: one with flour, one with coconut flakes, and one with whisked eggs and coconut milk.
- Dip pineapple rings in flour, egg mixture, and coconut flakes for an even coating.
- Fry in vegetable oil heated to 350°F (175°C) until golden, about 1 minute per side. Drain on paper towels.
- For dipping sauce, mix cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and coconut milk gradually to reach desired consistency.
- Serve fried pineapple rings warm with the creamy coconut sauce.
Notes
- To prevent the coating from falling off, press coconut flakes firmly onto the rings and fry at the proper temperature.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute flour with almond flour or gluten-free flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical, American Fusion
