Easy Onion Ring Loaf

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly shareable, this Easy Onion Ring Loaf is a fun twist on a classic fried favorite. Perfect for game days, parties, or any gathering, this recipe layers tender, perfectly seasoned onion rings into a loaf pan, creating a pull-apart masterpiece that's as easy to serve as it is to make. Coated with a crunchy panko breadcrumb crust and infused with savory flavors like garlic, paprika, and buttermilk, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. After a quick fry for that signature crisp texture, the onion rings are baked together for a warm, cohesive dish that’s perfect for dipping. With just 20 minutes of prep and a short bake, this crowd-pleasing appetizer is ready to impress in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pieces Large yellow onions
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 large Eggs
• 1.5 cups Buttermilk
• 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

Slice the onions crosswise into 1/2-inch thick rings and separate them into individual rings. Discard the smaller inner rings or reserve them for another use.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 4

In another shallow bowl, whisk the eggs and buttermilk until fully combined.

Step 5

In a third bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs for coating.

Step 6

Dredge each onion ring in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off excess flour.

Step 7

Dip the floured onion ring into the egg mixture, allowing any excess liquid to drip off.

Step 8

Coat the onion ring in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere. Repeat with all onion rings.

Step 9

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or fryer over medium-high heat (approximately 350°F or 175°C).

Step 10

Fry the onion rings in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Transfer the fried onion rings to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 11

Layer the fried onion rings into the prepared loaf pan, arranging them in a stacked, overlapping pattern.

Step 12

Bake the onion ring loaf in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes to allow the layers to meld together.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes in the pan before gently loosening the edges with a butter knife and removing the loaf.

Step 14

Serve the onion ring loaf warm, pulling apart the layers for easy sharing. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2179.4 grams (2179.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9072

Total Fat 868.60g	1114%
Saturated Fat 130.00g	650%
Polyunsaturated Fat 538.30g
Cholesterol 412mg	137%
Sodium 4039mg	176%
Total Carbohydrate 334.20g	122%
Dietary Fiber 18.80g	67%
Total Sugars 46.40g
Protein 69.00g	138%

Vitamin D 272IU	1362%
Calcium 667mg	51%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 1645mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.9%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 14.2%