These fluffy fritters are packed with sweet apple flavor and perfect for a warm breakfast or a sweet afternoon snack.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions:
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Prep the apples: In a medium bowl, toss the diced apples with the sugar and cinnamon.
- Fold in apples: Gently fold the apples into the batter.
- Heat the oil: Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat.
- Fry the fritters: Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, working in batches. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain and serve: Remove the fritters from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with powdered sugar, maple syrup, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips & Variations:
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the batter.
- Use a variety of apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
- To make these fritters ahead of time, you can refrigerate the batter overnight.
- You can also bake these fritters in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Enjoy your delicious homemade apple fritters!