These delightful pastries combine the sweetness of apples with a light, fluffy dough, making them a favorite among breakfast pastries and warm apple desserts. The soft and fluffy fritters, generously coated in a cinnamon sugar glaze, are perfect for indulging on a lazy weekend or sharing with loved ones during seasonal celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups peeled and diced apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
1 cup powdered sugar (for glazing)
2 tablespoons milk (for glaze consistency)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for glaze)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar until well combined.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until they are smooth and frothy. Then add the whole milk and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
Fold in the diced apples gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Once the oil is hot, use a spoon or ice cream scoop to drop batter into the oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until smooth.
Once the fritters have cooled for a few minutes, drizzle the glaze over them or dip each fritter into the glaze.
