Description
Delicious homemade apple fritters featuring a spiced batter with diced apples, fried to golden perfection and drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect as a breakfast treat or dessert, these fritters are crispy on the outside and tender inside.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large apples, diced
For Frying
- Vegetable oil (enough for deep frying)
Glaze
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- â…“ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, combine the all purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. In a separate bowl, mix the unsweetened applesauce and milk. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the diced apples.
- Heat the oil: In a deep frying pan or pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Ensure there is enough oil for the fritters to float and cook evenly.
- Fry the fritters: Using a spoon or small scoop, carefully drop dollops of the batter into the hot oil. Fry the fritters for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Make the glaze: In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze and serve: Drizzle the glaze over the warm fritters or dip each fritter into the glaze before serving. Enjoy your apple fritters fresh for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Make sure the oil temperature is steady at 350°F to avoid soggy or burnt fritters.
- Diced apples can be peeled or unpeeled based on preference.
- For a thicker glaze, reduce the milk slightly or add more powdered sugar.
- Fritters are best enjoyed fresh but can be kept in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Adjust cinnamon amount according to your taste preference.
