Description
Delight in these Homemade Apple Fritters with a sweet cinnamon glaze, offering a perfect blend of crisp, tender apples and a light, fluffy batter. Ideal for breakfast or a comforting dessert, these fritters are deep-fried to golden perfection and topped with a smooth cinnamon glaze that enhances their warm, spicy flavor.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Filling
- 2 medium apples (such as Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and diced
For Frying
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
For Cinnamon Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2–3 tbsp milk (or dairy-free alternative), adjust for consistency
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and dice the apples into small chunks to ensure even cooking and flavorful bursts inside the fritters.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and ground cinnamon to combine the dry elements for a balanced texture and flavor.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs then gently stir in the milk and vanilla extract until you have a smooth batter base.
- Make the Batter: Slowly fold the wet ingredients into the dry mix until just combined. Carefully fold in the diced apples, taking care not to overmix the batter, preserving its lightness.
- Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan or fryer and heat to 350°F (175°C). Keep the oil temperature steady for fritters that are crispy and golden without absorbing too much oil.
- Fry the Fritters: Use a spoon or small scoop to drop portions of batter into the hot oil. Fry each fritter for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and drain on paper towels to eliminate excess oil.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Glaze: While fritters cool slightly, whisk together powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, and milk until smooth. Adjust the amount of milk to achieve the desired glaze consistency.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the warm cinnamon glaze over the fritters and serve immediately to enjoy the best flavor and melting effect.
Notes
- For gluten-free option, use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
- Ensure oil temperature is maintained at 350°F to avoid greasy fritters.
- The glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding more or less milk depending on preference.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance against the sweet glaze.
- Fritters are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in an oven to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple fritters, cinnamon glaze, homemade fritters, deep-fried dessert, breakfast fritters
