Apple Fritters Recipe
Delightfully crisp on the outside and tender within, these homemade apple fritters rival any bakery creation—delivering sweet apple flavor wrapped in a golden, sugary glaze. Prepare a fresh batch and enjoy a classic treat that’s both cost-effective and irresistibly delicious.
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Servings: 10 fritters
Ingredients
For the Fritters:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons applesauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 2 large Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Canola or vegetable oil for deep frying
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Form a well in the center of the mixture and incorporate the milk, eggs, and applesauce. Mix gently until just blended. Carefully fold in the diced apples.
- In a deep fryer, Dutch oven, or heavy-bottomed skillet, heat approximately 1 1/2 inches of oil to 375°F. Spoon about 1/4 cup of batter per fritter into the hot oil, spreading slightly as it enters. Fry for around 2 minutes per side, or until each fritter is a rich golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and set on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- To prepare the glaze, whisk together milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth. Dip each fritter into the glaze, ensuring both sides are coated evenly. Transfer to a wire rack to set and allow any excess glaze to drip off.
Notes
Avoid overmixing the batter to preserve a light texture.
Fry in small batches to keep the oil temperature stable.
Utilize a candy thermometer for precise heat control.
Opt for a heavy-duty pot to better retain consistent oil temperature.
Maintain the oil at a steady 375°F, adjusting heat as fritters are added or removed.
Let fritters drain thoroughly on paper towels post-frying.
Once cooled, store fritters in paper towels inside a brown paper bag to retain freshness.
Fry in small batches to keep the oil temperature stable.
Utilize a candy thermometer for precise heat control.
Opt for a heavy-duty pot to better retain consistent oil temperature.
Maintain the oil at a steady 375°F, adjusting heat as fritters are added or removed.
Let fritters drain thoroughly on paper towels post-frying.
Once cooled, store fritters in paper towels inside a brown paper bag to retain freshness.