Description
Craggy, cinnamon-spiced, and dripping with vanilla glaze—these Apple Fritters are fall’s ultimate hand-held hug. No yeast, no fussy dough—just tender apples in a quick-fix batter, fried to golden perfection. Whether you’re hosting brunch, warming up a rainy day, or chasing a nostalgic bite of Grandma’s kitchen, these fritters deliver hot, sweet joy in every bite.
Ingredients
Fritter Batter:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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2 tbsp sugar (white or brown)
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1 tsp cinnamon
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1 egg
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½ cup milk
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2¼ cups chopped Granny Smith apples
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Vegetable oil (for frying)
Vanilla Glaze:
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2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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3–4 tbsp milk
Instructions
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Mix Dry: In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cinnamon.
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Add Wet: Stir in egg and milk until just combined. Rest 10 min.
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Fold Apples: Toss apples in 1 tsp flour, then fold into batter.
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Heat Oil: In a heavy pan, heat 2″ oil to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry Fritters: Drop heaping tbsp of batter into oil. Fry 2–3 min/side until golden. Don’t overcrowd!
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Drain & Cool: Transfer to paper towels. Cool 2 min.
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Glaze: Whisk glaze ingredients until smooth. Dip or drizzle over warm fritters.
Notes
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Extra crisp? Swap 2 tbsp flour for cornstarch.
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Gluten-free? Use 1:1 GF blend + 1 tsp xanthan gum (if needed).
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Cheddar fan? Add ⅓ cup sharp cheddar for sweet-savory magic.
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Make mini poppers with a teaspoon scoop—great for parties!
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No thermometer? Test oil with wooden spoon handle—bubbles = ready.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 290 Cal per serving
- Sugar: 25g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 3g