Big apple fritters, Don’t Lose This Recipe
Ingredients:
2-3 peeled apples 1 1/2 cups when diced
1 cup flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/3 cup milk
1 egg
2 TBS cinnamon sugar mixture 2 TBS sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon
Oil for frying the fritters.
Instructions:
Combine the flour, sugar, salt and baking powder, and whisk until combined. In a small bowl whisk the milk and egg until combined, add into dry ingredients and mix until just incorporated.
Toss the apple chunks with the cinnamon & sugar and dump the mixture into the batter, stir just a bit to move apples around.
Heat oil to 370 degrees. Fry heaping spoonfuls (or use a cookie scoop) of the batter (being sure you get apples in each scoop)until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes),
If frying in a sealed fryer, shake basked around just a bit during frying to ensure even rotation of cooking. If cooking in an open frying pan/poy, flip fritters using a spatula or fork to ensure even cooking.
Once fritters are removed from the fryer, place them on a cooling rack with paper towels under to catch any drips. If rolling in cinnamon & sugar, do so as soon as you can handle the fritters.
If sprinkling with powdered sugar or dipping them in a simple glaze, allow them to cool a bit more.
To make glaze simply combine 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, a splash of vanilla and 1-1 1/2 TBS milk.
Stir until smooth and drizzle over fritters or go ahead and dunk them in. If dunking them in, allow them to set for a few minutes and enjoy…they don’t really “keep” that way.
Fritters are best enjoyed soon after you make them while still warm.
For best results fry in batches of 3 or four. I use a small cookie scoop to make dropping the batter into the oil nice.
It sounds like you’re interested in making big apple fritters! Here are some variations and tips to ensure your fritters turn out delicious:
Variations:
- Spiced Apple Fritters: Add cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of cloves to the batter for a warm, spiced flavor.
- Apple and Caramel Fritters: Drizzle caramel sauce over the fritters after frying for a sweet twist.
- Apple and Walnut Fritters: Mix chopped walnuts into the batter for added texture and nuttiness.
- Apple Fritter Rings: Slice apples into rings and dip them in the batter for a different presentation.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Apples: Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. They hold their shape better during frying.
- Batter Consistency: The batter should be thick enough to coat the apples well but not too runny. Adjust with flour or liquid as needed.
- Frying Temperature: Maintain a consistent oil temperature of around 350°F (175°C). Too hot, and the fritters will brown quickly on the outside while being undercooked inside.
- Drain Excess Oil: Place the fried fritters on paper towels to absorb excess oil before serving.
- Serve Warm: Apple fritters are best enjoyed warm. If making ahead, reheat them in the oven briefly before serving.
With these variations and tips, your apple fritters are sure to be a hit!