Description
Golden brown and bursting with juicy apples, these Big Apple Fritters are the ultimate indulgent treat. Each fritter is crispy on the outside, soft and gooey on the inside, and loaded with warm cinnamon spice. Whether dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled in glaze, they taste like your favorite fairground snack made right in your own kitchen. Perfect for a quick dessert, cozy breakfast idea, or fall baking project — this easy recipe will have your whole house smelling amazing and everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
2 large apples (Granny Smith and Honeycrisp mixed), peeled and diced
1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 large eggs
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
1. Peel and dice apples into small chunks, then pat dry with a paper towel.
2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, and vanilla. Pour into dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
4. Fold in the apple chunks until evenly distributed in the batter.
5. Heat 2–3 inches of oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
6. Drop 1/4 cup scoops of batter into the hot oil. Fry 2–3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
7. Drain fritters on paper towels to remove excess oil.
8. Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the glaze.
9. Drizzle glaze over warm fritters or dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Always use a thermometer to maintain proper oil temperature and ensure crisp, evenly cooked fritters.
For extra spice, add a pinch of ground cloves or allspice to the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: big apple fritters, apple dessert, quick fried recipe, fair food, easy breakfast, cozy fall recipe