Description
Apple Fritter Bites are crispy, comforting, and crowd-pleasing treats made with fresh apples and cinnamon, perfect for a quick snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced into 1/4-inch cubes
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 4 cups)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Batter In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly, then add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined—a few small lumps are perfectly fine. Over-mixing will result in tough Apple Fritter Bites, so use a gentle hand. Fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed throughout the batter. Let the mixture rest for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the oil.
- Step 2: Heat the Oil Pour vegetable oil into a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven or deep skillet to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C) on a deep-fry thermometer. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and place a cooling rack on top. This setup allows excess oil to drain while preventing the bottom of your Apple Fritter Bites from becoming soggy.
- Step 3: Fry the Fritter Bites Using a small cookie scoop or two spoons, carefully drop tablespoon-sized portions of batter into the hot oil, working in batches of 5-6 at a time to avoid overcrowding. The fritters will initially sink, then rise to the surface as they begin to cook. Allow them to fry for about 2 minutes, then gently flip them using a slotted spoon to ensure even browning. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until they’re golden brown and cooked through. You’ll know they’re done when a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean, with no wet batter attached.
- Step 4: Drain and Glaze Transfer the fried Apple Fritter Bites to your prepared cooling rack and allow them to drain for 30 seconds. Meanwhile, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a small bowl until smooth. While the fritters are still warm, dip the tops into the glaze or drizzle it over them, ensuring each piece gets a generous coating. The glaze will set slightly as the fritters cool, creating that characteristic sweet finish that makes apple fritters so irresistible.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritter bites
- Calories: 190 calories per serving
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 28 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 25 mg