Description
Delicious homemade apple fritters bursting with tender apple pieces, cinnamon spice, and a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfectly soft on the inside with a crisp golden exterior, these apple fritters make a delightful snack or dessert to enjoy any time of day.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large apples, diced
- vegetable oil, for frying
Glaze Ingredients
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- â…“ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir these dry ingredients thoroughly to blend the spices and leavening evenly. Then add the unsweetened applesauce and ½ cup of milk to the dry ingredients. Mix gently until a thick batter forms without overmixing. Fold in the diced apples carefully to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Heat the Oil and Fry: Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C), suitable for frying. Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, drop dollops of the batter with apples into the hot oil. Fry the fritters in batches for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fritters and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Make the Glaze: In a separate bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, â…“ cup milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Adjust consistency by adding more milk or powdered sugar if necessary.
- Glaze the Fritters: Once the fritters have cooled slightly but are still warm, dip or drizzle them with the prepared vanilla glaze. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving to enhance flavor and appearance.
Notes
- Make sure your oil stays at a consistent frying temperature to avoid greasy fritters.
- Use tart apples such as Granny Smith for the best contrast with the sweet batter.
- Batter should be thick enough to hold the apple chunks; if too thin, add a little more flour.
- Let fritters cool slightly before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off completely.
- These fritters are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
