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apple fritters

Delicious homemade apple fritters crispy on the outside, tender inside, bursting with apple flavor, perfect for fall treats!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 12
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.33 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 3 cups granny smith apples peeled, cored and diced into 0.25-0.5 inch pieces
  • for frying canola oil
  • 2.5 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 5 tablespoons whole milk start with 5 and add extra if needed

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat the canola oil to 375°F in a deep fryer or heavy-duty pot. Prepare a baking tray with paper towels and a wire rack.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: whisk together milk, egg, and applesauce in a small bowl.
  4. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir until just combined; batter should be thick.
  5. Fold diced apples into the batter until evenly distributed.
  6. Using a 1/3 cup measure, add batter to hot oil and flatten slightly. Fry 1-1.5 minutes per side until golden. Do not overcrowd.
  7. Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  8. Mix powdered sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and milk to make glaze until smooth. Adjust milk to desired consistency.
  9. Dip warm fritters into glaze, then place on a wire rack to set.

Notes

This recipe makes approximately 12 apple fritters, perfect for sharing during fall festivities or a cozy weekend treat.