Cinnamon Apple Fritters
Cinnamon Apple Fritters with 7 easy tips to create sweet crispy treats that satisfy your taste buds and brighten any moment
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 fritters
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into small, roughly 1/4-inch pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk (any variety, whole milk preferred)
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying – enough for a 2-inch depth in your skillet
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Peel, core, and chop the apples into small, roughly 1/4-inch pieces to ensure even cooking and visible apple chunks.
- In a bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: sifted flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the milk, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- Slowly stir the wet ingredients into the dry mix until just combined. Fold in the chopped apples gently; do not overmix. Adjust batter consistency with a splash of milk if too thick or a bit more flour if too runny.
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet or deep frying pan to 350°F (175°C), maintaining a 2-inch oil depth.
- Drop spoonfuls (approximately 2 tablespoons each) of batter into the hot oil, spacing them apart to avoid overcrowding. Fry in batches for 4 to 5 minutes total, turning gently after 2 to 3 minutes when the bottoms are golden brown.
- Remove cooked fritters and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Let rest a few minutes before serving warm. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.