Description
Make classic deep-fried apple fritters that are crispy outside and tender inside, finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. This recipe yields doughnut-style fritters perfect for a fall treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups peeled, cored, and diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
- Vegetable oil, for deep frying
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and granulated sugar.
- In a separate small bowl, mix the egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix. The batter will be thick.
- Gently fold in the diced apples.
- Pour 2 to 3 inches of vegetable oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Heat the oil to 365 degrees Fahrenheit (185 degrees Celsius). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature.
- Carefully drop spoonfuls (about 2 tablespoons each) of batter into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
- Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- While the fritters cool slightly, prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons of milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk, one teaspoon at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
- Dip or drizzle the warm fritters generously with the vanilla glaze. Serve warm.
Notes
- For crispier edges, use slightly less liquid in the batter.
- If you prefer baked apple fritters, toss the batter into a greased muffin tin and bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-18 minutes.
- Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith for the best texture after frying.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg