Homemade Apple Fritters are a delicious treat filled with apples. Apple fritters are light and slightly sweet with bits of apples in the filling. These fritters get a sprinkling of powdered sugar just before serving.
The weather here has changed. Fall is here...at least for this week. The temperatures are much cooler. We had one solid day of desperately needed rain. While the fires around us are still burning they are starting to be contained. The rain cleared the air and we can breathe and see again!
The latest reports on the fires is most will be still burning until the snow falls, but shouldn't continue to spread. Thanks for all your rain dancing, positive thoughts and prayers...I think it helped!
With fall comes apples season. I love apples in just about any way, shape or form. These apple tarts are one way I love to use apples. I also made apple fritters! These aren't doughy apple fritters. These are fritter apple fritters. Okay, that's just about as clear as mud!
What is a fritter?
A fritter, is often a plain, cake-like morsel with added fruit, veggies, or even fish (I haven't tried a fish one yet.) The leavening is usually baking powder. Fritters can also be made with a yeast dough. I didn't have the patience for a yeast dough this time! These apple fritters are quick and delicious.
These fritters are bite sized and are loaded with apples. The only problem is, you can't eat just one! Just don't say I didn't warn you!
How to cook apple fritters
These fritters are deep fried. The key to keeping them from being too greasy is controlling the temperature of your grease. I used a fryer with a thermostat set to 355. You could also do this on the stove top. It will be a bit more difficult to keep a consistent temperature.
If your oil is too hot, the inside of the fritters won't have a chance to cook before the outside is browned. When the oil is too low, the fritters will become greasy. These fritters are best eaten while they are still warm. They do not store well....which really shouldn't be a problem because they will disappear quickly anyway!
If you love baking with apples, you might also want to check out Apple Pull Apart Bread, Apple Cake, Apple Cider Donuts, Apple Bread and Apple Babka.
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Apple Fritters
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 whole eggs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 cups finely diced apples
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Mix flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and cinnamon together in a large bowl.2 cups all-purpose flour, 3 teaspoons baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- In a separate bowl, mix milk, eggs, butter. Add to dry ingredients, mix lightly.¾ cup milk, 2 whole eggs, 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Fold in apples.2 cups finely diced apples
- Use a small scooper to scoop out rounds balls and drop into heated oil. Cook 4-5 fritters at a time.
- Fry in oil 350 degrees.
- Cook 3-5 minutes per side until fritters are golden brown. Test one to make certain the fritter is cooked through.
- Drain on a baking rack.
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Notes
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Cindy says
I’m looking forward to making these in the near future! My question is can you use buttermilk in place of milk?
Kathy says
Hi Cindy,
Buttermilk would change the recipe quite a bit. You'd need more buttermilk and you'd need to add a bit of baking soda. I haven't ever tried this with buttermilk so I don't know how'd they actually turn out.
Kathy
Mike says
Are these meant to be eaten very fresh? Or could they be made and served several hours later?? Thinking of making a few batches for my coworkers. Thank you!
Kathy says
They really are best eaten the same day.
Anne Boyack says
ugh
Kathy says
Hi Anne,
Did something not turn out with this recipe for you?
Mike says
Someone pee-pee'd in Anne's cheerios this morning . This recipe is lovely, Kathy!
Kathy says
LOL! 🙂
karrie @ Tasty Ever After says
So happy the rains came!!! These fried apple fritters are shouting my name. This is a very dangerous recipe, Kathy, because when I make them, I'm going to eat the whole batch in one sitting (and not share any!) 🙂
Kathy says
You really do need to eat them right away...they are best fresh. Now about that sharing...
Vanessa @ VanessaBaked says
Delicious!
Kathy says
Oh Yeah!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
It is still HOT here, but that will not stop me from consuming mass amounts of apples! Especially if they come in fritter form!! Apple fritters are EVERYTHING and your have my belly rumbling like crazy! These look absolutely spectacular!! Cheers and thanks for making me drool!
Kathy says
It's hard to think about fall when it's still hot outside!
Emanuele @ guyslovecooking says
I like fritters apple fritters, sound cute 🙂
Thanks for sharing
Kathy says
Thanks!
Laura says
Keeping my fingers crossed you get the rain you need! These apple fritters look so much fun to make this fall, I have two apple trees that are doing pretty well. Need to make these for my daughters first day of school, which is today! The little kindergartner. Of course, she was thrilled to go, I'm the one crying =)
Kathy says
I hope the first day of school went well. It's always harder for the parents than the kids... Making these fritters will make the day go quickly!
David @ Spiced says
Apple fritters are one of my all-time weaknesses! I need to give this non-yeasted version a shot. Non-yeasted = faster fritters = everyone wins! 🙂
Kathy says
Faster to make means quicker to eat!
Manali @ CookWithManali says
yay for rain and yay for these fritters! they look delicious!
Kathy says
Thanks, Manali!!!
Danielle @ So Munch Love says
Oh myyyyy... deep fried breaded apple goodness. These look delicious! I have heard of apple fritters and always kind of wondered what they were. Now I know! Thanks for sharing!
Kathy says
Something about the deep frying just makes them extra delicious!
Cakespy says
These look awesome - almost like popover fritters!!
Kathy says
They were totally awesome!
Anu-My Ginger Garlic Kitchen says
These apple fritters look so so delicious, Kathy. Can’t wait to give this awesome recipe. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Fran @ G'day Souffle' says
Now you've got me hooked on buying a deep fryer. I've always been wary of buying one since I don't like the idea of using so much oil, but maybe the oil can be re-used? Anyway, Apple Fritter, here I come!!
Kathy says
The oil can be reused! Once cooled, we strain it and put it back into its jug. We then label the bottle so it's only used for frying.
Cailee August says
WOW!! These look amazing! What a fun recipe! So lovely! Thanks for sharing!
Kathy says
Thanks, Cailee!
Kalee @ The Crowded Table says
Oh my, these look SO good! I have been wanting to try making apple fritters for awhile, and your pictures make them look absolutely mouthwatering. I have to try them!!! 🙂
Kathy says
Give them a try...you will love 'em!
Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says
Golly! I haven't had an apple fritter in forever! These look so fantastic I want to pop them in my mouth! I'm glad you got some much needed rain! I'll keep dancing!
Kathy says
Keep up the dancing!
Lori from LL Farm says
Fritter apple fritters, huh? These look delicious!
Kathy says
I know...I'm kind of funny sometimes! Thanks, Lori!