Description
Delight in these irresistible Apple Fritter Bites, mini fried dough pieces studded with tender diced apples and dusted with a sweet glaze. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, they offer the classic taste of apple fritters in bite-sized form, ideal for dessert or a festive treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups finely diced peeled apples
Frying
- Vegetable oil for frying, about 2 inches deep in pot
Glaze
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 to 3 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until evenly combined, creating a fragrant and well-distributed spice base.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted unsalted butter until the mixture is smooth and homogenous, ensuring the wet ingredients are properly emulsified.
- Create the Batter: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently just until combined to avoid overmixing, which keeps the fritters tender. Then fold in the finely diced peeled apples carefully to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Heat Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep pot to a depth of about 2 inches and heat it to 350°F (175°C). Maintaining this temperature is essential for crisp, golden fritters without absorbing excess oil.
- Fry Fritter Bites: Using a tablespoon, carefully drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, working in small batches to prevent overcrowding, which can lower the oil temperature. Fry each side for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, flipping carefully to ensure even cooking.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove the fritter bites with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil, keeping them crispy and light.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and 2 to 3 tablespoons of milk until smooth, creating a sweet, pourable glaze to coat the fritters.
- Glaze and Serve: While the fritters are still slightly warm, drizzle or dip them in the glaze. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes so it becomes slightly firm before serving for the perfect sweet finish.
Notes
- Cut apples into small, evenly sized pieces to ensure they cook through quickly and blend well in the batter.
- Maintain the oil temperature at 350°F to achieve crispy fritters with even browning and to avoid greasy texture.
- These fritters are best enjoyed fresh for maximum crispness, but can be reheated briefly in an oven to restore their crunch.
