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Easy Homemade Glazed Apple Fritters

Three golden brown, freshly fried apple fritter pastries drizzled with white glaze sitting on a small white plate.
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You can make these easy homemade apple fritters that are crispy on the outside and moist inside. We will use simple steps to create these cinnamon-spiced treats, finished with a sweet vanilla glaze, perfect for breakfast or a quick snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced small
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil, for frying (about 4 cups)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the apples: In a medium bowl, toss the diced apples with 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Set aside.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk the egg, 3/4 cup milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Combine batters: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  5. Fold in apples: Gently fold the sugared apples into the batter.
  6. Heat oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat the oil to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature.
  7. Fry the fritters: Carefully drop the batter by heaping tablespoons into the hot oil, working in small batches to avoid crowding the pot. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning once, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Drain: Use a slotted spoon to remove the fritters from the oil. Place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  9. Make the glaze: While the fritters cool slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. Add more milk, a few drops at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
  10. Glaze and serve: Dip or drizzle the warm fritters generously with the vanilla glaze. Let the glaze set slightly before serving your easy apple fritters immediately.

Notes

  • For crispier apple fritters, ensure your oil temperature stays steady at 350 degrees F. If the oil is too cool, the fritters will absorb too much oil and become soggy.
  • If you prefer a cider glaze for your fall dessert recipes, substitute the milk in the glaze with 2 tablespoons of apple cider and 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar.
  • You can bake these instead of frying. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway, then drizzle with glaze.

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