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Glazed apple fritters on a wire rack.
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Apple Fritters Recipe

These homemade apple fritters are packed with tart apples and warm spices, fried until golden, then topped with a sweet apple cider glaze.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Resting time15 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 711kcal
Author: Jocelyn Delk Adams

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Fritters

  • 2 granny apples peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¾ cup apple cider
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Glaze

  • 2 cups confectioner's sugar
  • ¼ cup apple cider
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 3 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  • Add all dry ingredients (flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg) in a large bowl and whisk to combine. Stir in apples.  
  • Next add wet ingredients (cider, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract) to a separate bowl and whisk together then pour mixture into dry ingredients and whisk until combined. 
  • Heat 3 cups of vegetable oil in dutch oven over medium-high heat to around 350°F to 375°F. Use 1/3-cup measure to transfer 5 heaping portions of batter into the hot oil. Press batter lightly with the back of spoon to flatten somewhat. Fry until golden brown (about 2 to 3 minutes each side). Once all fritters are fried, remove fritters and transfer fritters to wire rack set inside rimmed baking sheet or to a paper towel to dry. Bring oil back to around 350°F and repeat with remaining batter. Let fritters cool 5 minutes.
  • Whisk together confectioners’ sugar, cider, cinnamon, and nutmeg in medium bowl until smooth. Spoon over fritters and let set for 10 minutes then serve.  

Notes

How to Store

  • Room Temp: Loosely cover the fritters with foil and store them at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • Fridge: Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
    Freezer: Place the fritters in a freezer bag, remove as much air as possible, and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Reheat the fritters in a 350°F air fryer for 3 to 4 minutes or in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds. The air fryer is best for bringing back some of that crisp texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 711kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 57g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 32g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 312mg | Potassium: 88mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 115IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 1mg