Big apple fritters are a delicious deep-fried treat made with chunks of apple mixed into a sweet, cinnamon-spiced batter. Here’s a recipe for making these scrumptious fritters at home:
Ingredients:
For the Fritters:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 2/3 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into small pieces (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, and then add the buttermilk and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Gently fold in the chopped apples into the batter until they are evenly distributed.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, carefully drop portions of the apple fritter batter into the hot oil. Be cautious not to overcrowd the pan; fry them in batches if necessary.
- Fry the fritters for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to turn them over and remove them from the oil when done.
- Place the fried fritters on a paper towel-lined plate to drain off excess oil.
- In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the glaze. Adjust the milk amount to achieve your desired glaze consistency.
- While the fritters are still warm, drizzle the glaze over the top of each one. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes.
- Serve your big apple fritters warm and enjoy!
These apple fritters are best enjoyed fresh and warm, so serve them soon after making them. The combination of the sweet, crunchy exterior and the tender, cinnamon-spiced apple interior is sure to be a hit.
