How to Make Irresistible Homemade Apple Fritters Recipe

Nothing beats the comforting taste of homemade apple fritters. Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, packed with chunks of fresh apples, and drizzled with a sweet glaze.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Bread

Cuisine: American

Keyword: afterschool snack, bakery recipe, bread making, bread recipe, breakfast recipe, brunch recipe, copycat, homemade donuts, quick bread

Servings: Servings

Calories: 997kcal

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Kitchen Essentials

Soup Kettle

Half Sheet Baking Pan

Ingredients

For the Apple Fritter Batter

2 Large Apples Granny Smith apples (or Golden Delicious, Honeycrisp, or Gala apples), peeled and diced
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice prevents browning
1 1/2 Cups All-Purpose Flour
1/4 Cup Brown Sugar
2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar
2 Teaspoons Baking Powder
1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
1/2 Teaspoon Salt
1/2 Cup Whole Milk
2 Large Eggs
1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 Tablespoon Butter Melted

For Frying

4 Cups Oil vegetable oil, peanut oil, or canola oil (for frying oil with a high smoke point)

For the Sweet Glaze

1 Cup Powdered Sugar
2 Tablespoons Whole Milk
1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

Prepare the Apples

Dice the fresh apples into small chunks.
2 Large Apples
Toss them in a large bowl with lemon juice to prevent browning.
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice

Make the Batter

In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
1 1/2 Cups All-Purpose Flour, 1/4 Cup Brown Sugar, 2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar, 2 Teaspoons Baking Powder, 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon, 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
In a medium bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
1/2 Cup Whole Milk, 2 Large Eggs, 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract, 1 Tablespoon Butter
Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon until combined.
Fold in the tart apple chunks until a thick batter forms.

Heat the Oil

Pour vegetable oil or preferred frying oil into a Dutch oven or deep skillet, heating to 375 degrees F.
4 Cups Oil
Use a candy thermometer or instant-read thermometer to monitor the oil temperature.

Fry the Apple Fritters

Drop about 1/4 cup of batter into the hot oil, frying in batches.
Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown, flipping with a slotted spoon.
Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined wire rack to absorb excess oil.

Make the Sweet Glaze

In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, whole milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
1 Cup Powdered Sugar, 2 Tablespoons Whole Milk, 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Drizzle over the warm fritters for a simple glaze.

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Notes

Helpful Tips

Don’t overmix the batter. Overmixing can cause the fritters to be tough.
Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying. This helps the oil maintain the temperature. Which helps the fritters cook evenly.
Maintain a constant frying temperature of 375 degrees F for best results. The temperature drops when adding batter. Adjust the heat slightly as needed. Use a candy thermometer to keep track of the oil temperature for consistent frying.

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