Apple Fritters – Start your day off with a morning treat – our Apple Fritters. These fluffy goodies are packed with apples offering a mouthwatering combination of crispness, gentle spices, and a heavenly glaze that will add sweetness to your day. Made with all-purpose flour, sugar baking powder, and a hint of cinnamon we’ve crafted a breakfast gem that is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings.
The first time I whipped up these Apple Fritters was on an autumn morning. The refreshing air of the fall season hinted at our possibilities. I wanted to infuse that invigorating energy into our breakfast table. With one bite my husband’s eyes lit up in delight while my little one’s mouth was too full of fritter goodness to utter any words. But the joy shining in their eyes spoke volumes. Since then this recipe has become an all-time family favorite; it symbolizes mornings and cherished moments shared around the dining table.
What makes this Apple Fritters truly special?
What makes these Apple Fritters stand out? Firstly their texture. Crispy, on the outside yet soft and fluffy inside. How fritters should be. Secondly the flavor profile. A blend of tangy Granny Smith apples paired with comforting cinnamon. Finally, we have the glaze. A combination of powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla adds just the right amount of sweetness to complete the dish.
What You Need To Make This Apple Fritters Recipe?
All-purpose flour: This is the ingredient that gives the fritters their structure. All-purpose flour works great because it has a protein content giving us that perfect texture. Crispy, on the outside and tender and fluffy on the inside.
Sugar: This adds the amount of sweetness to the fritters. It also helps create that brown color when we fry them up.
Baking powder: An important ingredient that makes the fritters puff up while frying ensuring they turn out light and fluffy.
Salt: This is a flavor enhancer that balances out the sweetness and brings out all those flavors from our other ingredients.
Cinnamon: Gives a warm sweet slightly spicy flavor that pairs perfectly with apples. It really amps up the taste of these fritters.
Milk: Adds moisture to our batter and helps bind everything. It also adds a touch of richness to our fritters.
Eggs: These act as binding agents keeping all our ingredients together. They add some richness to the texture too.
Applesauce: This gives a boost of apple flavor. Keeps our fritters moist throughout. It’s also beneficial for achieving a fluffy texture.
Apples (Granny Smith or Honey Crisp apples): These varieties bring a tangy and slightly sweet taste to the fritters. Their firmness helps them maintain their shape while being fried.
Canola Oil or Vegetable Oil: To fry the fritters you can use either Canola Oil or Vegetable Oil. These oils have a taste. Can withstand high temperatures without smoking excessively. This ensures that your fritters become crispy and golden without becoming too greasy.
Powdered Sugar (2 cups): For the glaze you’ll need 2 cups of Powdered Sugar (also called icing sugar). It easily dissolves resulting in a sweet coating for your fritters.
Milk: To make the glaze reach the consistency add 1/4 cup of Milk. This will give it a form that works perfectly as a glaze.
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Vanilla Extract: Finally include 1/2 teaspoon of Vanilla Extract to enhance the flavor of your glazed fritters with its creamy sweetness.
Steps To Make Apple Fritters:
Step 1: Start by combining the flour, sugar baking powder, salt and cinnamon in a bowl. Create a space in the center of the ingredients and pour in the milk. Crack open the eggs and add the applesauce. Stir gently until everything is well combined and forms a batter. Gently fold in the apples until they are evenly distributed throughout.
Step 2: Next it’s time to heat up some oil for frying. You’ll need 1 1/2 inches of oil in a skillet Dutch oven or deep fryer. Make sure it reaches a temperature of 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 3: Using either a spoon or small ladle carefully drop around 1/4 cup of batter for each fritter into the oil. Spread it out slightly as you drop it to ensure even cooking. Fry each fritter until they turn brown on both sides. This should take roughly 2 minutes per side.
Step 4: Once your fritters have reached that hue carefully remove them from the oil using a slotted spoon and allow any excess oil to drain off by placing them on paper towels.
Step 5: To make the glaze for your fritters simply whisk together some milk with sugar and vanilla extract in a bowl. Dip each fritter into the glaze ensuring that both sides are well coated. Place these glazed delights onto wire racks to allow them to dry and let any excess glaze drip off before serving.
Tip:
When it comes to frying your Apple Fritters it’s crucial to maintain the oil temperature. If the temperature is too low your fritters will soak up the oil and turn soggy. On the other hand if its too high they will burn on the outside before cooking. To achieve crispy and fluffy fritters aim to keep the oil temperature consistently around 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Using a kitchen thermometer can greatly assist in monitoring the oil temperature.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use other types of apples in this recipe?
Absolutely! While Granny Smith and Honey Crisp apples are recommended for their tartness that complements the sweetness of the fritters you can certainly experiment with apple varieties too.
How should I store leftover fritters?
To keep your leftover fritters fresh simply store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They should remain delicious for 2 days.
Can I freeze apple fritters?
Certainly! If you wish to freeze your apple fritters make sure they are cooled and the glaze has set. Then transfer them into a freezer bag or container. They can be safely frozen for up to three months. When you’re ready to enjoy them allow them to thaw at room temperature. Reheat them in the oven.
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Apple Fritters
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp of salt
- 1 1/2 tsp of cinnamon
- 1/3 cup of whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsp of applesauce
- 2 large Granny Smith or Honey Crisp apples peeled, cored, and diced
- Canola or vegetable oil for frying
GLAZE:
- 2 cups of powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup of whole milk
- 1/2 tsp of pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Start by combining flour, sugar baking powder, salt and cinnamon in a bowl. Then add milk, eggs and applesauce and mix everything together until blended. Next incorporate the apples into the mixture.
- Now it's time to heat up some oil in a pan to around 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the oil while spreading it out as you go. Cook each side until it turns golden brown.
- Once cooked place the fritters on paper towels to drain any oil.
- To prepare the glaze whisk together the milk, powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Dip each fritter into the glaze to ensure both sides are nicely coated.
- Allow the fritters to air dry on a wire rack before indulging in your delicious homemade Apple Fritters!
Notes
I’m Bitty, owner of nodashofgluten.com, where I share simple, delicious recipes for all tastes, including gluten-free. Check out my “About Me” page for more info!
2 Responses
OMG! My husband and I were just talking about apple fritters (the place we used to buy them is no longer in business here). I intend to try this recipe this weekend! Yum, coffee and a warm apple fritter! Thanks!
Thank you 🙏🏼 such goodness so easy!🙂