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Soft Cinnamon Apple Fritters

Deliciously spiced fritters with soft apple pieces, enveloped in a light dough and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 fritters
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 175
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
  • for frying Vegetable oil
For the Vanilla Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently to combine.
  4. Gently fold the diced apples into the batter, distributing them evenly.
Cooking
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat to about 350°F (175°C).
  2. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying them in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
  3. Remove the fritters from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Glazing
  1. While the fritters cool slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the warm fritters before serving.

Notes

For a healthier version, you can use whole wheat flour or substitute applesauce for some of the butter. To store, freeze cooled fritters in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months.