Apple Fritters Recipe

Apple Fritters Recipe

25 servings
Apple Fritters are essentially fried donuts stuffed with apples. These apple fritter rings are great rolled in cinnamon sugar, dusted with powdered sugar, or drizzled with a lemon glaze.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2/3 cup milk

    1% or whole milk

  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter)

    melted (unsalted or salted

  • 2 egg whites
  • 4 medium apples

    peeled, cored and sliced into 1/4” rings

  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice

    juice of 1 medium lemon

  • 2 to 3 inches Canola oil

    or vegetable oil for frying

Directions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.

  2. 2

    In a second large bowl, whisk together milk, egg yolk and melted butter. Gradually add the flour mixture into your wet ingredients and whisk until smooth.

  3. 3

    Pour 2 to 3 inches of oil into a large pot or dutch oven and heat over medium/high heat to 375˚F on a thermometer.

  4. 4

    Peel core and slice apples into 1/4”-thick rings and place into a shallow dish. Squeeze lemon juice over apple slices and use your hands to gently toss apple rings to coat with lemon juice (this will prevent browning).

  5. 5

    In a medium bowl, beat 2 egg whites with an electric hand mixer, egg beaters or a whisk until stiff peaks form, but whites are not dry. If you over-beat, it will be difficult to blend. Use a spatula to gently fold whites into the batter until fully incorporated.

  6. 6

    Remove apple slices one at a time from the lemon juice, allowing any excess juice to drip back into the bowl then dip both sides of the apple in batter to fully coat, allowing excess batter to drip back into the bowl.

  7. 7

    Fry in hot oil batches in a single layer (5 or 6 at a time to avoid crowding), frying for about 2 minutes per side or until browned, flipping once. Keep oil above 350˚F while frying.

  8. 8

    Remove with a strainer and transfer fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. To serve, dust with powdered sugar or dip both sides in cinnamon sugar.*

Apple Fritters Recipe

Apple Fritters Recipe

5.0(48)30 min25 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a warm, sweet treat reminiscent of a fairground classic, but fresh from your own kitchen? These homemade Apple Fritters bring the delightful experience of fried donuts, perfectly stuffed with tender apple rings, right to your table in just 30 minutes.

What makes these fritters truly special is their delightful texture and flavor balance. Each bite offers a crisp, golden exterior that gives way to a soft, cake-like interior, encasing a sweet, slightly tart apple ring. The careful preparation ensures that every fritter is a fluffy, fruit-filled masterpiece, far superior to anything store-bought.

When you bite into these apple fritters, expect a comforting warmth and a symphony of textures. The apple rings soften beautifully within the delicate batter, contributing a natural sweetness and a hint of tartness, especially when brightened by a touch of lemon juice. They're designed to be a joyous indulgence, perfect for a cozy morning or a delightful dessert.

These versatile apple fritter rings offer several delicious finishing options to suit your preference. Roll them in a simple cinnamon sugar mixture for a classic touch, dust them generously with powdered sugar for an elegant presentation, or drizzle them with a vibrant lemon glaze for an extra burst of zesty flavor. The recipe also allows flexibility with milk (1% or whole) and butter (unsalted or salted) to use what you have on hand, and specifies either canola or vegetable oil for frying.

Perfect for a special weekend breakfast, a festive brunch, or a comforting dessert, these apple fritters are best enjoyed warm. Serve them alongside a cup of coffee or tea for a truly delightful experience.

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