Mouthwatering Homemade Apple Fritters (Printable Version)

Crispy on outside, tender apple pieces inside, spiced and glazed for a delightful sweet treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
04 - Fold the diced apples into the batter carefully.
05 - Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy pot or deep skillet to 350°F.
06 - Drop heaping tablespoons of batter into the hot oil, frying 3 to 4 fritters at a time for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
07 - Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
08 - Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
09 - While fritters are still warm, either dip them into the glaze or drizzle it over the top.
10 - Allow glaze to set a few minutes before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Lightly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg
  • Sweet glazed finish perfect for any time of day
02 -
  • Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture
  • Do not overmix batter to keep fritters tender
03 -
  • Use fresh apples for the best flavor and texture
  • Maintain oil temperature at 350°F (175°C) to prevent greasy fritters
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