Mouthwatering Homemade Apple Fritters (Print)

Crispy exterior with tender apple pieces, lightly spiced and glazed for a sweet treat.

# Ingredients:

→ Fritters

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2/3 cup whole milk
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
12 - Vegetable oil, for frying

→ Glaze

13 - 1 cup powdered sugar
14 - 2 to 3 tablespoons milk
15 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
02 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined without overmixing.
04 - Fold diced apples gently into the batter.
05 - Warm vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or deep skillet to 350°F (175°C), about 2 inches deep.
06 - Drop heaping tablespoons of batter into hot oil, frying 3 to 4 at a time for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
07 - Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and let drain on paper towels.
08 - Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
09 - Dip warm fritters into glaze or drizzle glaze over them.
10 - Allow glaze to set for several minutes before serving.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to make
  • Sweet and spicy flavor combination
02 -
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep fritters tender.
  • Use apples that hold their shape like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
03 -
  • Keep the oil temperature steady for even frying.
  • Use a slotted spoon to easily remove fritters from oil.
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