Description
Homemade cinnamon apple fritters with vanilla glaze blend sweet orchard apples and warm spices into a crispy golden treat. Rich pastry and creamy glaze create a perfect balance for dessert lovers seeking comfort and indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced (about 1.5 cups)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- 2 tbsps granulated sugar
- 2 tsps vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsps milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Dry Ingredient Fusion: Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large mixing bowl until completely blended.
- Liquid Component Preparation: Thoroughly beat eggs, milk, and vanilla extract into a smooth, homogeneous mixture.
- Batter Assembly: Delicately merge liquid ingredients with dry components, stirring minimally to maintain a light, airy texture. Gently incorporate diced apples, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
- Oil Heating: Fill a deep cooking vessel with vegetable oil to a two-inch depth, bringing the temperature precisely to 375°F (190°C).
- Frying Process: Carefully drop batter portions using a large spoon or ice cream scoop into sizzling oil, cooking in small batches of three to four fritters. Fry each side for two to three minutes until achieving a rich, golden-brown color.
- Draining and Cooling: Remove fritters with a slotted spoon, placing them on a paper towel-lined surface to drain excess oil and cool slightly.
- Glaze Completion: Blend powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until creating a smooth, pourable vanilla glaze. Generously drizzle over the warm fritters, allowing the glaze to elegantly cascade across their crisp, apple-studded surface.
Notes
- Prevent Batter Overmixing: Stir ingredients gently to maintain a light, tender texture. Overmixing develops gluten, resulting in tough, dense fritters.
- Oil Temperature Control: Maintain consistent 375°F for crispy exterior and fully cooked interior. Use a thermometer to monitor oil heat accurately.
- Apple Selection Matters: Choose firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture and balanced sweetness in fritters.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free blend, adding xanthan gum for structural support and improved texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg