Apple Fritters
These apple fritters are so simple to make. I dipped mine in some caramel sauce, but maple syrup is the more traditional route. Either way, they taste like Fall.
Servings 12 fritters
Calories 72kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup peeled and diced apple
- Cinnamon and sugar for rolling (1/4 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon combined)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a deep skillet or pot, bring 2-3 inches of oil to 375 degrees over medium heat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Stir in the egg and milk until the batter is smooth.
- Toss the diced apples in the lemon juice and add to the batter.
- Stir to combine.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Remove to a paper towel lined plate to drain for a few minutes.
- Toss in the cinnamon and sugar mixture and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 72kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 108mg | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 0.6mg