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Pineapple Fritter Rings

These Pineapple Fritter Rings are a delicious combination of a donut shop apple fritter and an onion ring, but with pineapple! Use fresh fruit in the summer and canned fruit when it's not in season!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Servings: 20 Fritter Rings

Ingredients

Pineapple Fritter Rings

  • 2 small fresh pineapples
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg , beaten
  • 1 1/4 cups low-fat buttermilk
  • splash of vanilla
  • vegetable oil , for frying

For the Cinnamon-Sugar Topping

  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Instructions

  • Peel, core, and slice the pineapples into 1/4-inch thick rings, pat dry. Set aside.
  • Line a baking sheet with paper towels; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt. Add in the egg, buttermilk, and vanilla; stir until just combined.
  • Add about 2 inches of oil to a large heavy-bottomed pot set over medium heat, until it reaches 350 degrees F. 
  • Dip each pineapple ring into the batter, shaking off any excess. Carefully lower the ring into the oil. Fry pineapple rings 3 or 4 at a time, but don’t allow them to touch, for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden.
  • Using tongs, transfer them to the paper towels.
  • While still warm, dredge them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture. 
  • Repeat the process with the remaining pineapple slices.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • For recipe tips and variations, please refer to the full article and watch the video!
  • Calorie count is per ring and does not include the oil, since amount will vary and the majority of what is needed will remain in the pan. A rough estimate is 1/2 tablespoon of oil is used per ring, which would be an additional 62 calories, for a total of 158 per ring.

Nutrition

Calories: 96kcal · Carbohydrates: 22g · Protein: 2g · Fat: 1g · Saturated Fat: 1g · Cholesterol: 10mg · Sodium: 50mg · Potassium: 136mg · Fiber: 2g · Sugar: 14g · Vitamin A: 73IU · Vitamin C: 43mg · Calcium: 36mg · Iron: 1mg
Nutritional information given is an automatic calculation and can vary based on the exact products you use and any changes you make to the recipe. If these numbers are very important to you, I would recommend calculating them yourself.

Other Notes

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pineapple Fritter Rings, Pineapple Fritters