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Apple Fritters
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these homemade apple fritters are packed with juicy Granny Smith apples and warm spices. Drizzled with a sweet maple glaze, they're an irresistible treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any time in between.
Ingredients
For the fritters:
- 3 cups (720 ml) oil for frying
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 1/2 cups cups peeled, cored, and diced Granny Smith apples, about 3 apples
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the glaze:
- 1 1/4 cups (138 g) confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 teaspoons maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons water, as needed
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Instructions
To make the fritters:
- Heat the oil in a large pan on the stovetop until it reaches 375°F (190°C) on a candy thermometer.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, spices, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, toss the apples in the lemon juice.
- Using a hand mixer with a whisk attachment, combine the eggs and sugar until frothy. Then add the milk and vanilla.
- Gradually add the flour mixture and mix until just combined. Fold in the apples.
- Spray a 1/3 cup measuring cup with cooking spray to prevent sticking, and then use it to carefully scoop and drop a heaping cupful of the batter into the hot oil.
- Working in batches of 2 or 3 fritters at a time, cook for about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the fritters to a cooling rack set over a paper towel-lined baking sheet to cool slightly while you make the glaze.
To make the glaze:
- Whisk together all of the glaze ingredients until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the fritters and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days.
- For tips, step-by-step photos, and extra details, be sure to read the full post above before starting. It’s packed with helpful info to answer common questions!
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