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Apple Fritters

3 apple fritter on a white plate with one broken in half showing the inside.

These old fashioned apple fritters are small donuts packed with apples and cinnamon. Then drizzled with a  simple glaze to add the perfect amount of sweetness.  These are so simple to make with mostly pantry staples and are ready in less than 30 minutes. These are perfect for holiday breakfast or just because it’s the weekend. Growing up my dad loved these and my mom made them on the weekend often . My Dad loved all apple desserts so these fritters ring back childhood memories. We love apples at my house , check out my Cinnamon Apple crisp. 

What you will Need to Make these old fashioned Apple Fritters :

  • Self Rising flour
  • Egg
  • Milk- I used whole milk but any kind will work
  • Sugar
  • Apple – any type , I used a Honeycrisp or gala
  • Oil for frying – I used vegetable oil
  • A Deep fryer  or pot to fry it in
  • Oil thermometer -An Oil thermometer is really handy for this recipe to make sure it doesn’t get too hot

Frequently asked Questions :

  • Do I have to use self rising flour ? You make your own by adding 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon of salt to every cup of flour
  • Do I have to use milk ? You can use a like substitute soy or a nut milk
  • Do I really have to use a thermometer ? No I grew up in a house that my mother would drop water in the hot oil to see if it is ready. A thermometer does help you keep from getting the oil too hot . If the oil is too hot you will have an under done fritter in the center.
  • How long are these good for ? Honestly they are best fresh but they can be reheated in the microwave or air fryer
  • What kind of apples do I need to use ? Any type. I like to use a Gala or Honeycrisp . I found the Granny Smith took a little longer to get soft .

 

 

Glaze showing the consistency

Start by making the glaze so it will be ready to drizzled on the hot fritters.

Apple Batter ready to be fried

This is a simple one bowl recipe. Once everything is mixed fold in the apples .

Apple fritters frying in the oil and one being dipped out with a large spooon

Once the oil is hot enough drop the batter in by the tablespoon full. Fry a few minutes in each side .

Apple fritters on a cooling rack drizzled with glaze

Drizzle or brush the warm glaze on the fritters. These are great served with coffee .

 

 

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Apple Fritters

These old fashioned apple fritters are small donuts packed with apples and cinnamon. Then drizzled with a glaze to add the perfect sweetness .
4.17 from 18 votes
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup granulated Sugar
  • 1 2/3 cup self rising flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 Large apple -peeled and diced small apple of your choice about 1-1 1/2 cups
  • vegetable oil to fry with

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk to the consistency you like
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions
 

  • Mix the glaze to the desired consistency and set aside
    Glaze showing the consistency
  • Start heating the oil to these fry best between 350-375 degrees .Use a deep pot with at least 4 inches of oil works best
  • In a large mixing bowl beat together the egg, milk and until mixed well
  • Add self rising flour, sugar and cinnamon , stir until smooth
  • Fold in diced apples
  • Drop in tablespoons of the apple batter into hot oil . Once they float to the top let them cook about 3 minutes . Flip and let them cook another 2-3 on the other side . They should be golden brown
  • Remove from oil and allow to drain. Drizzle or brush with glaze or dip with glaze while they are hot.

Video

Notes

Dice the apples small so they cook well . I used honey crisp or Gala 
If you make your fritters bigger they will take a little longer to cook
Do not get your oil to hot or you will have an under done fritter on the inside 
These are best eaten fresh but if you have leftover I recommend heating them in the microwave or even the sire fryer . 
Keyword apple fritters, old fashioned apple fritters, Simple apple fritters
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Gima
Gima
1 year ago

Can these be baked in the oven?

Megan
1 year ago

5 stars
damn these fritters are sensational. There was almost a fight over the last ones.

Mikayla
Mikayla
1 year ago

5 stars
I made these up and kept the glaze to the side for those who wanted it. I found they had great apple flavor and had great consistency without the glaze too!

Ashley
1 year ago

5 stars
Apples and donuts are the perfect combination for fall. These look super tasty!

Enriqueta E Lemoine
1 year ago

5 stars
I made these apple fritters, and they are fantastic. Not only are they delicious, but they are so easy to make. Now that apple season is starting, I’m going to make them again and again.

Sarah
1 year ago

5 stars
Absolutely delicious. A must for fall besides just traditional apple pie and super easy too.

Dennis
Dennis
1 year ago

5 stars
I made your apple fritters for my family and everyone loved them! thanks for sharing such a delicious and easy recipe for one of my favorite sweet treats.

Moop Brown
Moop Brown
1 year ago

These fritters are such a tasty treat for fall and are definitely something everyone in my family will enjoy. Gonna have to try these thanks.

adriana
adriana
1 year ago

5 stars
This is my kind of food, and I am glad you provide all the details to make the apple fritters at home. I thought it was more complicated. Perfect fall treat. Thanks!

Loreto and Nicoletta Nardelli

5 stars
We have some apples from our friends’ acreage and can’t wait to make this recipe! They look absolutely amazing!!

Barbara Jardine
Barbara Jardine
1 month ago

What can be used instead of self rising flour