Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple
Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple is a tropical dessert that combines the sweet, juicy flavor of pineapple with the rich essence of rum. Each pineapple ring is soaked in dark and coconut rum, then coated with a delightful coconut crust and fried to a golden brown perfection. Served alongside a creamy rum-infused dipping sauce, this dish offers an irresistible burst of flavor that will transport you and your guests straight to paradise. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners, Rum-Soaked Fried Pineapple is not just a treat; it’s an experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 pineapple rings
- 1 cup dark rum
- 1 cup coconut rum
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 10 oz sweetened coconut flakes
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup coconut milk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Soak the pineapple rings in dark and coconut rum for at least one hour. Drain and pat dry.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs and coconut milk, and one with sweetened coconut flakes.
- Coat each pineapple ring in flour, dip into the egg mixture, and then coat with coconut flakes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the rings for about one minute per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- For the dipping sauce, mix softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth; stir in reserved rum to reach desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fried pineapple ring (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg