Description
Big Apple Fritters are the perfect autumn treat, combining warm cinnamon-spiced apples with a golden, crispy exterior. These delightful fritters evoke cozy memories of fall gatherings and are ideal for breakfast or dessert. With tender apple bits nestled in fluffy dough, each bite offers an unforgettable flavor experience that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup finely chopped fresh apples (e.g., Granny Smith)
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients and tools: mixing bowl, whisk, frying pan, and slotted spoon.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
- Add the milk and egg to the dry mixture; stir gently until just combined. Lumps are fine for texture.
- Fold in the finely chopped apples.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until shimmering (around 350°F).
- Using a spoon, drop batter into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 97mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg