Apple Fritter Bites
Buttery cinnamon, tart green apples, and a whisper of warm vanilla—these apple fritter bites are golden nuggets of joy with tender, apple-studded centers and a sweet apple cider glaze. Perfect alongside coffee or as a comforting fall treat. No yeast needed—just mix, fry, and devour!
28
bites
Ingredients
Fritter Batter
- 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 2 tsp (8 g) baking powder
- 1 tsp (2.5 g) ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp (1 g) salt
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk 2% works, avoid skim
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract optional but recommended
- 2 medium (190 g) Granny Smith apples peeled, cored, finely diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
For Frying
- 2-3 cups (500–750 ml) neutral oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil)
Apple Cider Glaze
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp (30–45 ml) apple cider or more as needed for consistency
Equipment
- Deep skillet or heavy pot
- Candy or deep fry thermometer
- Slotted spoon
- Wire rack
- Mixing bowls
Instructions
- Pour 2–3 inches of oil into a deep skillet or heavy pot and heat to 375°F (190°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Make a well in the center and add milk, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk to break up the eggs, then mix just until combined and lumpy.
- Fold in the finely diced Granny Smith apples with a spatula, mixing gently to create a thick, lumpy batter.
- Working in batches, drop heaping tablespoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd.
- Fry for 1–2 minutes per side, flipping once, until golden brown and puffed.
- Use a slotted spoon to lift out the fritter bites. Drain on paper towel–lined plate.
- For the glaze: In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar and 2–3 tablespoons apple cider until smooth and pourable.
- While the fritter bites are still warm, dip each into the glaze, turning with a fork to coat. Set on a wire rack to allow glaze to set.
Notes
Store at room temperature in an airtight container up to 1 day, or refrigerate up to 3–4 days. Fritter bites can be frozen after cooling—reheat in the oven or microwave. For extra spice, try adding nutmeg or cardamom to the batter. Honeycrisp or Fuji apples may be substituted. See post above for more substitutions and serving ideas.
Nutrition
Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: 45mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.5mg