Description
These fritters are not just any ordinary treat; they are a delightful blend of sweet, tart apples and warm spices, all wrapped in a fluffy batter. I remember the first time I made them. It was a chilly autumn afternoon, and I had just returned from the local orchard with a basket full of freshly picked apples.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups diced apples
- Optional: Chopped nuts, raisins or dried cranberries, extra spices
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the apple mixture using Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients: eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
- Gently fold in the diced apples into the batter.
- Scoop heaping spoonfuls of batter onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 14–16 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Let eggs and milk come to room temperature before mixing.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep fritters light and fluffy.
- Allow fritters to cool slightly before glazing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14–16 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Fat: 5 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams