Apple Fritter Bites
Crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, these apple fritter bites capture the cozy essence of autumn. Filled with tender apple pieces and coated in a cinnamon-sugar glaze, they're the perfect homemade treat for breakfast, dessert, or a fall-inspired snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups finely chopped apple
- Oil for frying
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped apples until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- In a deep saucepan or Dutch oven, heat about 2 inches of oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
- Carefully drop rounded tablespoons of batter into the hot oil, cooking 4 to 5 bites at a time. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Fry the fritter bites for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon or spider strainer to rotate them and maintain even cooking.
- Remove the bites from the oil and drain them on paper towels. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly.
- While they cool, prepare the glaze: whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
- Dip each fritter bite into the glaze or drizzle the glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSodium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13g
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!