Glazed Apple Fritters (Printer-Friendly Version)
Golden apple fritters with cinnamon-spiced batter and vanilla glaze, ideal for autumn breakfasts and brunches.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fritters
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 large eggs
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2/3 cup whole milk
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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2 cups Honeycrisp apples, peeled and diced
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Vegetable oil, for frying
→ Glaze
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1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
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2 to 3 tablespoons whole milk
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1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# Steps to Follow:
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Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, beat eggs with milk and vanilla until combined. Slowly incorporate wet ingredients into dry, mixing until a thick batter forms without overmixing.
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Fold peeled and diced Honeycrisp apples evenly into the batter to ensure consistent apple distribution.
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Pour vegetable oil into a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to a 2-inch depth, then heat to 350°F. Use a thermometer to maintain temperature accuracy.
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Drop heaping tablespoons of batter carefully into the hot oil, frying in batches without overcrowding. Cook each fritter 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden, puffed, and crisp. Drain on a wire rack set over paper towels.
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Whisk powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of milk and vanilla extract until smooth. Add additional milk as needed to reach desired glaze consistency.
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While fritters remain warm, drizzle or dip each in the vanilla glaze. Place glazed fritters on a wire rack over a baking sheet and allow glaze to set for at least 10 minutes before serving.
# Additional Tips:
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Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to prevent greasy fritters. Avoid overcrowding the pan to keep oil temperature steady.
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Dice apples into uniform 1/2-inch pieces to ensure even cooking and texture.
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Mix batter gently to avoid gluten development, which leads to tougher fritters.
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Drain fritters on a wire rack above paper towels to preserve crispness without sogginess.
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Glaze fritters while warm but not hot to ensure the glaze sets properly.