Apple fritters

Here’s a delicious recipe for Apple Fritters that will give you crispy, sweet, and perfectly spiced treats with chunks of fresh apple in every bite. These apple fritters are great for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack!

Apple Fritters

Ingredients:

For the Fritters:

• 2 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced into small pieces
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional, for extra flavor)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• Vegetable oil for frying (enough to fill a deep frying pan about 1-2 inches deep)

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk (or more, for desired consistency)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Apples:

• Peel, core, and dice the apples into small chunks. Place them into a bowl and set aside.

2. Make the Fritter Batter:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir to combine. The batter should be thick and slightly lumpy, but not too dry.
• Gently fold the diced apples into the batter.

3. Heat the Oil:

• In a deep frying pan or skillet, heat about 1-2 inches of vegetable oil over medium heat. The oil should reach around 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small spoonful of batter into the oil — if it sizzles and rises to the surface, the oil is ready.

4. Fry the Fritters:

• Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop small portions of the batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
• Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the fritters are golden brown and crispy. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to flip them carefully.
• Once fried, transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

5. Make the Glaze:

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