Apple Fritters Recipe
Originating from early European fried-dough recipes, apple fritters have become a beloved part of culinary traditions across many cultures, including in the United States. The recipe is versatile, and you can easily adapt it to suit your taste preferences.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk or hand mixer
- Knife and cutting board
- Deep frying pan or deep fryer
- Slotted spoon or tongs
- Paper towels for draining
- Small bowl for glaze
Ingredients
For the fritter batter:
- 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120ml) milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For frying:
- 2 cups vegetable oil (or enough for deep frying)
For the glaze:
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk (adjust for consistency)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the ApplesPeel, core, and dice the apples into small cubes.
- Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon over the apples for extra flavor (optional).
- Make the BatterIn a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until you have a smooth, thick batter.
- Fold the diced apples into the batter until evenly coated.
- Heat the OilHeat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). To check if the oil is ready, drop a small amount of batter into the oil—if it sizzles and floats, it’s ready.
- Fry the FrittersUsing a spoon or small ladle, drop scoops of batter into the hot oil. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Fry each fritter for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the fritters and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Make the GlazeIn a small bowl, whisk the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the milk to achieve your desired consistency.
- Glaze the FrittersOnce the fritters are cool enough to handle, dip each one in the glaze or drizzle the glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving.