Description
These Crispy Cinnamon Apple Fritters are a delightful sweet treat featuring tender diced apples in a spiced, fluffy batter. Fried to golden perfection and dusted with powdered sugar, they offer a warm, crispy bite perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack.
Ingredients
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For the Batter
- 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Frying and Finishing
- Vegetable oil, for frying (about 2 inches deep)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light.
- Add Apples: Fold the diced apples into the batter carefully to ensure even distribution without breaking up the apple pieces.
- Heat Oil: In a deep skillet, heat about two inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) over medium heat, ensuring the oil is hot enough for frying.
- Fry Fritters: Using a tablespoon, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan to maintain oil temperature.
- Cook Thoroughly: Fry the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and cool slightly.
- Dust with Sugar: Once the fritters have cooled enough to handle, dust them generously with powdered sugar.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the fritters warm, perfect alongside a cup of tea or coffee for a comforting treat.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature stays around 350°F for crispy fritters.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to maintain the correct frying temperature and prevent soggy fritters.
- The batter should be mixed until just combined to keep fritters light and fluffy.
- Apples with a firm texture like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best for fritters.
- Leftover fritters can be reheated briefly in a toaster oven or skillet to retain crispiness.
