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Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple

Irresistible Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple for Tropical Bliss

This Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple dessert brings tropical flavors to life, making every bite a sweet escape.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Soaking Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pineapple
  • 1 medium Fresh pineapple Cut into rings
  • 1/2 cup Dark rum
  • 1/2 cup Coconut rum Substitute with flavored extracts if preferred
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Use a gluten-free alternative if needed
  • 1 cup Sweetened coconut flakes Use unsweetened for a less sweet option
  • 2 large Eggs Can substitute with flaxseed or aquafaba for a vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Coconut milk Use regular milk or non-dairy substitutes
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable oil Use canola or peanut oil for frying
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Can substitute with yogurt or whipped cream
  • 1/2 cup Powdered sugar Adjust to taste or swap with a sweetener

Equipment

  • Deep pan
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak the pineapple rings in a bowl with dark rum and coconut rum for at least 1 hour. Drain and pat dry.
  2. Set up three bowls with flour, whisked eggs mixed with coconut milk, and coconut flakes. Preheat oil to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Dredge each pineapple ring in flour, dip into egg mixture, and coat with coconut flakes. Repeat for all rings.
  4. Fry coated pineapple rings in hot oil for about 1 minute on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Mix softened cream cheese and powdered sugar in a bowl, then stir in reserved rum until smooth for dipping sauce.
  6. Serve the warm pineapple rings immediately with the dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients. Adjust the dipping sauce consistency with rum and powdered sugar.

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