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Big Apple Fritters Recipe

Big Apple Fritters Recipe


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  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Crispy, golden Big Apple Fritters dance with New York’s sweet charm, offering a delectable journey through classic American dessert magic. Warm, sugar-dusted bites invite you to savor comfort in each irresistible morsel.


Ingredients

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Main Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups (480 ml) all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup (67 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Wet Ingredients:

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Fruit and Frying Ingredient:

  • 2 cups (300 g) diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a spacious mixing vessel, creating a uniform dry mixture.
  2. Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and melted butter in a separate container until thoroughly blended.
  3. Gently pour liquid ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring carefully to create a smooth, lump-free batter.
  4. Incorporate diced apples into the batter, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
  5. Prepare a deep cooking vessel by heating vegetable oil to precisely 350°F, maintaining a consistent temperature for optimal frying.
  6. Carefully drop generous spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, allowing each fritter ample space to float and expand.
  7. Monitor fritters closely, rotating them periodically to achieve an even, golden-brown exterior on all sides.
  8. Once perfectly crisp and colored, transfer fritters to a layer of absorbent paper towels to drain excess oil.
  9. Craft a delicate glaze by whisking powdered sugar with milk and vanilla until achieving a silky, pourable consistency.
  10. While fritters remain warm, generously drizzle the glossy glaze over the top, allowing it to cascade and set slightly.
  11. Serve immediately, presenting the fritters at their peak of warmth and crispness for maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.

Notes

  • Choose firm, crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and tartness in your fritters.
  • Ensure oil temperature stays consistent at 350°F to prevent soggy or burnt fritters, using a kitchen thermometer for accuracy.
  • Pat apple pieces dry before adding to batter to avoid excess moisture that can make fritters greasy.
  • For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend to maintain similar consistency.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 200 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 44 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg