Apple fritters
Apple fritters are sweet, fried pastries made with chopped apples mixed into a spiced dough, then fried until golden and often drizzled with glaze or dusted with sugar. They’re a classic breakfast or dessert treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups peeled, chopped apples
- Oil for frying
Optional Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Make the batter
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat eggs with milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chopped apples.
2. Fry the fritters
- Heat oil in a skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil and fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
3. Glaze (optional)
- Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle over warm fritters.
Tips
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for balance with the sweetness.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan; fry in batches for even cooking.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
If you like, I can also give you a baked version of apple fritters that’s lighter but still soft and sweet.
