Description
These Soft Cinnamon Apple Fritters with a delightful Vanilla Glaze are a perfect treat for any time of day. Crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with sweet apple and warm spices, these fritters are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 1 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
Instructions
- Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Wet Ingredients: Beat the eggs, then add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour into the dry ingredients, stir until just combined.
- Add Apples: Gently fold in the diced apples.
- Fry: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Drop spoonfuls of batter into oil. Fry 3-4 fritters at a time, 2-3 minutes per side.
- Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over warm fritters.
Notes
- You can substitute apples with pears or add pecans for texture.
- To make ahead, store fritters in an airtight container and warm before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
