Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple | Tropical Dessert
Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple is a tropical dessert that transforms juicy pineapple rings into a blissful treat. These succulent rings are soaked in rich dark and coconut rum, then coated in sweet coconut flakes and fried to golden perfection. The result is a delightful combination of flavors and textures, making this dish an instant favorite for summer gatherings or a cozy night at home. Whether served warm with a creamy rum-infused dipping sauce or as part of an indulgent sundae, this dessert promises to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for something sweet and exotic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 pineapple rings
- 1 cup dark rum
- 1 cup coconut rum
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 (10 oz.) bag sweetened coconut flakes
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup coconut milk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 oz. cream cheese (for dipping sauce)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for dipping sauce)
Instructions
- Soak pineapple in dark rum and coconut rum for at least one hour. Drain and pat dry.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with the whisked egg mixture (eggs and coconut milk), and the last with coconut flakes.
- Coat each pineapple ring first in flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally in coconut flakes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C) and fry coated rings for about one minute per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- For the dipping sauce, mix softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and reserved rum until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fried pineapple ring (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg