Classic Apple Fritters
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Classic Apple Fritters

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These classic apple fritters feature tender, spiced dough studded with juicy apple pieces and deep-fried to golden perfection, then coated in a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, they’re crispy on the outside and soft inside. Impress family and friends with this homemade treat.

20
Prep (min)
15
Cook (min)
35
Total (min)
6
servings
$5.86
Total Cost
$0.98
Per serving
  • 250 g (2 cups) All-Purpose Flour
  • 50 g (¼ cup) Granulated Sugar
  • 10 g (2 tsp) Baking Powder
  • 3 g (½ tsp) Coarse Salt
  • 1 g (½ tsp) Cinnamon (ground)
  • 184 g (¾ cup) Milk
  • 50 g (1 Egg) Eggs
  • 14 g (⅛ stick OR 1 tbsp) Butter, melted and cooled
  • 110 g (1 cup) Diced Apple, peeled and diced
  • 872 g (4 cups) Vegetable Oil, for frying
  • 180 g (1½ cups) Powdered Sugar
  • 31 g (2 tbsp) Milk, for glaze
  • 2 g (½ tsp) Vanilla Extract
  1. 1
    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  2. 2
    In a separate bowl, beat the egg with ¾ cup milk and the melted butter until smooth.
  3. 3
    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined—do not overmix.
  4. 4
    Fold in the diced apple pieces until evenly distributed.
  5. 5
    Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy pot over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  6. 6
    Carefully drop heaping spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid crowding. Fry for per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. 7
    Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. 8
    While the fritters cool slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, and vanilla extract in a bowl until a smooth glaze forms.
  9. 9
    Dip each warm fritter into the glaze or drizzle the glaze over the top, then set aside on a wire rack for the glaze to set.
  10. 10
    Serve warm and enjoy!
$5.86
Total Cost
$0.98
Per serving

Prices listed are approximate. Actual costs may vary based on store, location, and availability.

Ingredient Costs

  • All-Purpose Flour(King Arthur)
    $0.66
  • Granulated Sugar(Domino)
    $0.12
  • Baking Powder(Rumford)
    $0.13
  • Coarse Salt(Meijer)
    $0.02
  • Cinnamon (ground)(McCormick)
    $0.11
  • Milk(Store Brand)
    $0.19
  • Eggs(Meijer)
    $0.16
  • Butter(Land O'Lakes)
    $0.20
  • Vegetable Oil(Crisco)
    $3.06
  • Powdered Sugar(Domino)
    $0.69
  • Milk(Store Brand)
    $0.03
  • Vanilla Extract(McCormick Pure)
    $0.48
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