These Spiced Apple Fritters are delightfully crispy on the outside, tender and fluffy inside, and loaded with juicy apple chunks. Flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla, they’re like little clouds of autumn joy — all without the need for yeast. Glaze them for a classic finish or dust with powdered sugar for a cozy touch.
Yields 12 Servings Servings Quarter (3 Servings) Half (6 Servings) Default (12 Servings) Double (24 Servings) Triple (36 Servings) Prep Time 20 minsCook Time 20 minsTotal Time 40 mins10–12 fritters
For the Fritters
2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp salt
1 large egg
⅓ cup milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp melted butter
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Optional Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk
½ tsp vanilla extract
Prepare the Batter
1
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk egg, milk, vanilla, and melted butter.
Add wet ingredients to dry and mix until just combined.
Fold in the diced apples.
Heat the Oil
2
In a deep skillet or saucepan, heat 2–3 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C).
Line a plate with paper towels.
Fry the Fritters
3
Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, carefully drop batter into hot oil (don’t overcrowd the pan).
Fry for about 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer to paper towels to drain.
Glaze or Dust
4
For glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Dip each fritter while warm and set on a rack.
Alternatively, dust with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar once slightly cooled.
Serving Tips
5
Best enjoyed warm and fresh
Serve with hot cider, coffee, or bourbon caramel sauce
Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven
Ingredients 10–12 fritters
For the Fritters
2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp salt
1 large egg
⅓ cup milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp melted butter
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Optional Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk
½ tsp vanilla extract
Directions Prepare the Batter
1
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk egg, milk, vanilla, and melted butter.
Add wet ingredients to dry and mix until just combined.
Fold in the diced apples.
Heat the Oil
2
In a deep skillet or saucepan, heat 2–3 inches of oil to 350°F (175°C).
Line a plate with paper towels.
Fry the Fritters
3
Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, carefully drop batter into hot oil (don’t overcrowd the pan).
Fry for about 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer to paper towels to drain.
Glaze or Dust
4
For glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Dip each fritter while warm and set on a rack.
Alternatively, dust with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar once slightly cooled.
Serving Tips
5
Best enjoyed warm and fresh
Serve with hot cider, coffee, or bourbon caramel sauce
Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven
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