Description
Irresistible apple fritter bites combine crispy golden exterior with tender, cinnamon-spiced apple centers, delivering a nostalgic dessert experience. Warm, sugary comfort awaits you in each delightful morsel that promises pure indulgence.
Ingredients
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Batter Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fruit Ingredients:
- 2 medium apples (preferably granny smith or honeycrisp)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Frying and Finishing Ingredients:
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for deep frying)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare a clean workspace and gather all ingredients, ensuring apples are washed and ready for precise dicing.
- Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large mixing bowl, creating a uniform dry mixture.
- In a separate bowl, vigorously beat eggs with milk and vanilla extract until well combined and slightly frothy.
- Gently fold liquid ingredients into dry ingredients, mixing until a smooth, lump-free batter forms.
- Core and dice apples into small, uniform cubes, immediately tossing with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Carefully fold apple pieces into the batter, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F, using a cooking thermometer for accuracy.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, carefully drop batter-coated apple pieces into hot oil, working in small batches.
- Fry each batch for 2-3 minutes, rotating occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Remove fritter bites with a slotted spoon, draining excess oil on a wire rack lined with paper towels.
- While still warm, dust fritter bites generously with a mixture of powdered sugar and ground cinnamon.
- Serve immediately for optimal crispiness and enjoy the warm, sweet apple-filled treats.
Notes
- Opt for firmer apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for better texture and less moisture during frying.
- Keep oil temperature consistent at 375°F to prevent soggy or overly greasy fritter bites, using a reliable cooking thermometer.
- Pat apple pieces dry with paper towels before adding to batter to reduce excess moisture and ensure crispy results.
- For gluten-free adaptation, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend, maintaining similar consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg