Description
Classic big apple fritters bring New York bakery charm to home kitchens with crispy golden edges and tender apple-studded centers. Sweet cinnamon notes and powdered sugar coating complete this irresistible dessert you cannot resist trying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large apples, peeled and diced
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Blend dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg) thoroughly in a spacious mixing vessel.
- In a separate container, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and melted butter until smooth and integrated.
- Gently merge wet and dry mixtures, creating a cohesive batter with minimal stirring to maintain lightness.
- Carefully incorporate diced apples, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Prepare a deep skillet or fryer, heating vegetable oil to precisely 350F (175C) for optimal frying temperature.
- Using a large spoon or small ladle, carefully deposit dollops of batter into the sizzling oil, ensuring they do not overcrowd the cooking surface.
- Fry each fritter for approximately 2-3 minutes per side, rotating when achieving a rich golden-brown exterior.
- Extract fritters using a slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drain on absorbent paper towels.
- Craft a silky glaze by whisking powdered sugar with milk and vanilla until achieving a luxurious, pourable consistency.
- While fritters remain warm, generously drizzle the glossy glaze over the top, creating an enticing, sweet finish.
- Serve immediately to preserve optimal texture and temperature.
Notes
- Choose crisp, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best flavor and texture in your fritters.
- Control oil temperature carefully to prevent burning; use a candy thermometer for precise heating and consistent golden-brown results.
- Ensure fritter batter isn’t overmixed to maintain a light, fluffy texture and prevent tough, dense pastries.
- Customize the recipe by adding alternative spices like cardamom or ginger for a unique flavor profile, or make it gluten-free by substituting all-purpose flour with almond or coconut flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg