Description
Delectable apple fritter bites bring classic American comfort to your dessert table with crispy golden exteriors and warm cinnamon-spiced centers. Sweet apple chunks nestled in light, fluffy batter create an irresistible treat you’ll want to savor slowly and share with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- Vegetable oil (for deep frying)
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft a delectable batter by blending dry components – flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg – in a spacious mixing vessel. Create a separate mixture of milk, egg, and vanilla extract, then gently incorporate the liquid elements into the dry ingredients until a silky, uniform consistency emerges.
- Carefully fold diced apples into the prepared batter, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Position a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed saucepan, filling it with approximately two inches of vegetable oil. Utilize a culinary thermometer to precisely monitor and maintain the oil temperature at 350°F (175°C).
- Delicately introduce rounded tablespoon-sized dollops of the apple-studded batter into the sizzling oil, taking care not to overcrowd the cooking surface.
- Allow the fritter bites to transform into golden-brown delicacies, rotating them periodically to ensure uniform cooking. This process typically requires 2-3 minutes per side.
- Extract the perfectly cooked morsels using a slotted spoon, transferring them to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and cool slightly.
- Craft a luxurious glaze by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a compact bowl until achieving a smooth, pourable consistency. Adjust the liquid ratio as needed to reach the desired texture.
- While the fritter bites are still warm, either drizzle the glaze artfully over the top or completely immerse each bite for a more decadent coating.
- Serve the apple fritter bites immediately, presenting them at the peak of their crispy, sweet perfection.
Notes
- Choose ripe, firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture and balanced sweetness.
- Pat diced apples dry before adding to batter to prevent excess moisture and soggy fritters.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350°F to ensure crispy, golden-brown exterior without burning.
- Test oil readiness by dropping a small batter bit – it should sizzle and rise immediately.
- Drain fritters on wire rack instead of paper towels to keep crispy texture and prevent sogginess.
- Customize glaze by adding cinnamon, nutmeg, or a splash of bourbon for extra flavor complexity.
- For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or rice flour blend.
- Store leftovers in airtight container and reheat briefly in oven to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg