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Homemade Apple Fritters with Cinnamon Glaze

Homemade Apple Fritters with Cinnamon Glaze
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Experience the cozy and irresistible flavor of Homemade Apple Fritters with Cinnamon Glaze. These fritters feature a perfect combination of crispy edges and a soft, fluffy interior, filled with tender diced apples and finished with a warm, sweet cinnamon glaze. Ideal as a breakfast treat, dessert, or snack, this recipe uses simple pantry staples and offers plenty of customization options to suit your taste and dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh, diced tart apples (such as Granny Smith)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 large egg (or flaxseed meal substitute for vegan option)
  • ¾ cup milk (or plant-based milk for vegan option)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Frying

  • About 2 inches of neutral oil (canola or vegetable oil)

Cinnamon Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired glaze consistency)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the apples: Peel, core, and dice the apples into small, even pieces to ensure they cook evenly and incorporate well into the batter.
  2. Make the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, beat the egg, milk, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry, mixing until smooth, thick, and spoonable. Gently fold in the diced apples without overmixing to keep the batter light.
  3. Heat the oil: Pour about two inches of oil into a deep skillet or pot and heat to 350°F (175°C). Use a candy thermometer for accuracy to ensure crispy, well-cooked fritters.
  4. Fry the fritters: Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, drop portions of batter carefully into the hot oil. Fry in batches, turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  5. Prepare the cinnamon glaze: While the fritters cool slightly, whisk together powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, and milk until smooth and pourable. Adjust milk as needed for desired consistency.
  6. Glaze and serve: Drizzle the warm glaze generously over the fritters or dip each one individually for a sticky, sweet coating. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Maintain oil temperature between 350°F and 360°F to avoid greasy or undercooked fritters.
  • Use tart, firm apples like Granny Smith for balanced flavor and texture.
  • Fold batter gently to prevent dense fritters; avoid overmixing.
  • Test a single fritter first to check oil temperature and batter consistency.
  • Adjust milk in the glaze to achieve your preferred thickness.
  • For gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend.
  • For vegan version, substitute egg with flaxseed meal mixed with water and use plant-based milk.

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