Apple Fritter Bites: Your New Weekend Obsession?
Mini apple fritters that are crispy on the outside, soft and apple-studded on the inside, and glazed to perfection — these bite-sized treats are a must-have for your weekend baking ritual!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Slotted spoon
- heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer
- candy thermometer
- wire rack with paper towels
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- vegetable oil, for frying
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk (for glaze)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
- 1 pinch salt (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and granulated sugar.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Stir wet ingredients into dry mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in diced apples gently.
- Heat about 2 inches of oil in a heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). Use a candy thermometer to monitor temperature.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil, frying 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Fry in batches.
- Remove bites with a slotted spoon. Drain on paper towels over a wire rack.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together glaze ingredients: powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt.
- Dip each fritter bite into the glaze. Set back on rack to let glaze set.
- Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
Notes
Use a candy thermometer to monitor oil temperature for perfect frying. For extra flavor, add a pinch of cloves or allspice to the batter. Best served fresh but can be stored for up to 2 days. Not freezer-friendly due to glaze texture.