Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple
Indulge in the tropical delight of Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple, a dessert that combines juicy pineapple rings soaked in rich rum and coated with a crispy coconut crust. Perfect for summer gatherings or as an exotic treat any time of year, this easy-to-make recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the Caribbean. The warm, sweet flavors of the fried pineapple paired with a creamy rum-infused dipping sauce create an irresistible dessert that is sure to impress friends and family. Enjoy it on its own, or serve it over coconut ice cream for an unforgettable experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 (2 rings each) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 pineapple rings
- 1 cup dark rum
- 1 cup coconut rum
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 10 oz sweetened coconut flakes
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Soak pineapple rings in dark and coconut rums for at least 1 hour. Drain and pat dry.
- Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs and coconut milk, and one with coconut flakes.
- Coat each pineapple ring first in flour, then dip in egg mixture, and finally roll in coconut flakes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the coated rings for about 1 minute per side until golden brown.
- For the dipping sauce, mix softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and reserved rum until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fried pineapple rings (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg