Description
Delight in these soft cinnamon apple fritters, featuring tender diced apples folded into a spiced batter and fried to golden perfection. Finished with a smooth vanilla glaze, they make a perfect comforting treat for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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Fritter Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 cups diced apples (peeled, cored, and finely diced)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil)
Vanilla Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and finely dice the apples into 1/4-inch pieces. Set aside for incorporation into the batter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly mixed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract until the mixture is uniform and smooth.
- Mix Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredient bowl and gently fold with a spatula just until combined, keeping the batter slightly lumpy to ensure soft fritters. Carefully fold in the diced apples evenly throughout the batter.
- Set Up for Frying: Heat 2 to 3 inches of oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to a steady 350°F (175°C). Prepare a plate lined with paper towels and place a wire cooling rack over it to drain the fritters after frying.
- Fry Fritters: Using two spoons, drop approximately 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter carefully into the hot oil. Fry in batches without overcrowding for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until the fritters are deep golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain Fritters: Remove the fritters from the oil with a slotted spoon, allow excess oil to drip back into the pot, then transfer them to the wire rack to cool and drain completely.
- Craft Vanilla Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sifted powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency with additional milk or powdered sugar as needed to achieve a pourable glaze.
- Glaze and Serve: While the fritters are still warm, dip each one into the vanilla glaze or drizzle the glaze over them on the wire rack. Allow the glaze to set for several minutes before serving. Enjoy the fritters warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh crisp apples for the best texture and flavor in the fritters.
- Maintain the oil temperature at 350°F to ensure the fritters cook evenly without absorbing too much oil.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the fritters tender and light rather than dense.
- Try different apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for varied tartness and sweetness.
- The glaze can be customized by adding a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of heavy cream for richness.
- Serve fritters immediately for optimal crispness, though they can be reheated briefly in an oven or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cinnamon apple fritters, apple fritters, fried fritters recipe, vanilla glaze fritters, soft apple donuts, sweet breakfast fritters
