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Apple Fritters Recipe

Apple Fritters Recipe

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Delight in these crispy, tender Apple Fritters, bursting with juicy apple pieces and coated in a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect as a breakfast treat or dessert, these fritters combine fragrant cinnamon and nutmeg with a fluffy batter fried to golden perfection.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 20 servings

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 Cups All Purpose Flour
  • 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon Nutmeg (OPTIONAL)

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 Large Eggs (Beaten)
  • 3/4 Cup Milk
  • 3 Tablespoons Butter (Melted)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 3 Honeycrisp or Granny Smith Apples (Peeled and Diced)

For Frying

  • Vegetable or Canola Oil (for frying, about 2-3 Cups)

Glaze

  • 2 Cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/4 Cup Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • Pinch Salt
  • Pinch Ground Cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg to create a well-combined dry mixture.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk the beaten eggs with milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smoothly blended.
  3. Form Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently just until combined to avoid over mixing. Then fold in the peeled and diced apples evenly throughout the batter.
  4. Heat Oil: Pour about 2 to 3 cups of vegetable or canola oil into a large pot or Dutch oven. Heat the oil over medium heat for roughly 4-5 minutes until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C).
  5. Fry Fritters: Carefully drop batter by 1/4 cup portions into the hot oil, frying only two fritters at a time to avoid crowding. Fry each fritter for about 4 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even golden browning.
  6. Drain Fritters: Remove cooked fritters with a slotted spoon and set them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat frying remaining batter batches.
  7. Prepare Glaze: While fritters cool slightly, whisk powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, pinch of salt, and ground cinnamon in a large bowl until smooth and pourable.
  8. Serve: Once fritters are cool enough to handle, either dunk them in the glaze or drizzle it generously over the top. Serve warm for best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Do not over mix the batter; a few lumps are okay to keep fritters tender.
  • Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to ensure crisp fritters without absorbing too much oil.
  • Use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith or sweet Honeycrisp for balanced flavor.
  • Be cautious when frying; use a thermometer and monitor heat to prevent burning.
  • These fritters are best eaten fresh but can be reheated briefly in an oven for crispiness.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fritter (approx. 1/20th of recipe)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 130mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/apple-fritters-recipe/