Rum-Soaked Coconut Fried Pineapple (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Pineapple

01 - 8 pineapple rings
02 - 1 cup dark rum
03 - 1 cup coconut rum

→ For the Coating

04 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
05 - 1 (10 oz) bag sweetened coconut flakes
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1/2 cup coconut milk
08 - Vegetable oil for frying

→ For the Sauce

09 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
10 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar

# Instructions:

01 - Place pineapple rings in a bowl and cover with both types of rum. Let them soak for at least an hour, then drain (save the rum!) and pat dry.
02 - Put flour in one bowl, coconut flakes in another, and whisk eggs with coconut milk in a third bowl.
03 - Dip each ring in flour first, then egg mixture, and finally coat well with coconut flakes, pressing to help them stick.
04 - Heat oil to 350°F and fry the rings for about 1 minute per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
05 - Mix cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the reserved rum, adding more if needed.

# Notes:

01 - Make sure oil is hot enough before frying to prevent soggy results
02 - You can use gluten-free flour as a substitute
03 - Try almond milk instead of coconut milk if needed