Description
These apple fritter bites are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with cinnamon-spiced apple goodness. Covered in a sweet glaze, they make the perfect bite-sized treat for any time of day!
Ingredients
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For the fritters:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 cup finely chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Pour this into the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
- Fold in apples: Gently fold the chopped apples into the batter.
- Heat the oil: In a deep pan or pot, heat about 2 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the fritters: Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of batter into the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel.
- Make the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Glaze the fritters: While warm, dip each fritter in the glaze or drizzle it over them.
- Serve & enjoy!
Notes
- Best served fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- If the batter feels too thick, add a splash of milk.
- You can dust with powdered sugar instead of using the glaze for a lighter option.
