Description
These bite-sized apple fritters are soft and tender on the inside, with a crispy, cinnamon-sugar coating on the outside. Filled with chunks of sweet apples and drizzled with glaze, they make a perfect breakfast treat or dessert for any time of day.
Ingredients
For the Apple Fritter Bites:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/2 cup milk
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups apples, peeled, cored, and diced (about 2 medium apples)
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1/4 cup brown sugar (for coating)
For the Glaze:
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 tablespoon milk
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Start by preparing the apples. Peel, core, and dice the apples into small pieces, about 1/4-inch cubes. You can use any variety of apples, but sweet-tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work particularly well for this recipe. Set the diced apples aside.
In a small pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the diced apples, and cook them for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften slightly and begin to release their juices. Sprinkle the apples with a tablespoon of granulated sugar and stir to combine. Continue cooking the apples for another 2-3 minutes until they are tender but not mushy. Remove from heat and set aside to cool while you prepare the batter.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. These spices will bring out the warm, comforting flavors that are characteristic of apple fritters.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: milk, egg, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Once well combined, add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the fritter bites tough. The batter should be thick and scoopable but not too dense.
Once the cooked apples have cooled down slightly, gently fold them into the fritter batter. The apples should be evenly distributed throughout the batter, but be careful not to break them up too much as you stir. The pieces should remain somewhat intact to give your fritter bites a delicious apple-filled bite.
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat about 3 inches of oil over medium-high heat. You want the oil to reach a temperature of 350°F (175°C) for frying. If you don’t have a thermometer, you can test the oil by dropping a small piece of the batter into it. If the batter sizzles and floats to the top, the oil is ready.
Once the oil is hot, use a spoon or small ice cream scoop to drop the batter into the oil. You can fry several fritter bites at once, but be sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the fritter bites in batches, turning them occasionally, for 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through. The fritter bites should float to the top of the oil as they cook.
Use a slotted spoon or spider strainer to carefully remove the fritter bites from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
While the fritter bites are cooling slightly, prepare the glaze. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. The glaze should be thick enough to drizzle over the fritter bites, but if it’s too thin, add a little more powdered sugar to thicken it up. If it’s too thick, add a bit more milk until you achieve the desired consistency.
Once the fritter bites are slightly cooled but still warm, drizzle the glaze over them. You can either dip each fritter bite into the glaze for a more uniform coating or drizzle it over the top for a more rustic look. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving.
Once the glaze has set, the Apple Fritter Bites are ready to serve. They’re best enjoyed warm, with the crispy exterior and gooey apple interior making each bite a delightful experience. Serve them as a breakfast treat, an afternoon snack, or even as a dessert at a family gathering or party.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 50-60 kcal
- Fat: 3-4g
- Carbohydrates: 7-9g
- Protein: 1g