Description
Delightful bite-sized treats that combine the warmth of apples with sweet dough and a sugary glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 cup finely diced apples (peeled and cored, about 1 medium apple)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter together.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Carefully fold in the diced apples.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or saucepan to 350°F (175°C).
- Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop dollops of the batter into the hot oil, frying in batches.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown.
- Remove them using a slotted spoon and let them drain on paper towels.
- For the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm fritter bites or dip them into the glaze. Serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a few days. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter bite
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: apple fritter bites, dessert, fall recipes, snacks, fried desserts