MOM'S APPLE FRITTERS
My mom made these for us after school in the fall with the apples we'd pick and buy from a fruit farm. Warm, crisp, and sweet, a perfect fall treat.
Provided by ABBY9
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a deep-fryer or electric skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Pour in the milk, eggs and oil and stir until well blended. Mix in apples until they are evenly distributed.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden on both sides, about 5 minutes depending on the size. Fry in smaller batches so they are not crowded. Remove from the hot oil using a slotted spoon and drain briefly on paper towels. Toss with cinnamon sugar while still warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 98.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
APPLE FRITTERS WITH SPICED SUGAR
Cinnamon, cardamom, and freshly ground black pepper lend warm spice to these sweet apple fritters. Any firm apple works well here.
Provided by Mindy Fox
Categories Apple Kid-Friendly Hanukkah Dessert Kidney Friendly Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes about 20 fritters
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Fit a wide heavy pot with candy thermometer. Pour in oil to a depth of 2" and heat over medium-high until thermometer registers 375ºF.
- Meanwhile, whisk flour, 1/4 cup sugar, 3/4 tsp. cinnamon, and 1 1/4 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Add beer in a slow, steady stream, whisking until smooth.
- Whisk pepper, cardamom, 1/8 tsp. salt, and remaining 3/4 cup sugar and 1/4 tsp. cinnamon in a medium bowl.
- Working with 4-5 slices at a time, dip apples in batter, shaking off excess. Fry until golden, about 1 1/2 minutes on each side. Transfer fritters with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Immediately toss in spiced-sugar mixture and serve warm.
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Apple fritters with spiced syrup is a delicious breakfast or snack recipe, incorporating fresh apples fried to golden perfection and served with a delightful, spiced syrup. This dessert recipe is a treat for both, your taste buds and the senses, as the aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger blends with the sweetness of apples and syrup, enhancing the flavors of the dish.
The Recipe
The recipe for apple fritters with spiced syrup comprises two parts- the apple fritters and the spiced syrup.
Apple Fritters
To prepare the apple fritters, you will need the following ingredients:
- 2 apples, peeled and finely chopped
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
To make apple fritters, follow these steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon powder, nutmeg powder, ginger powder, and granulated sugar.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the beaten egg and milk. Stir to form a batter.
- Stir in the chopped apples into the batter until they are well coated.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Using a spoon, carefully drop the batter into the hot oil in small batches.
- Fry until the fritters are golden brown and crispy on both sides, around 2-3 minutes per side.
- Once done, remove the fritters from the pan using a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve the fritters warm, dusted with powdered sugar.
Spiced Syrup
The spiced syrup is the perfect accompaniment to the warm, crispy apple fritters. To prepare the spiced syrup, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Here’s how you can make spiced syrup:
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine brown sugar, water, cinnamon stick, nutmeg powder, and ginger powder.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the syrup comes to a boil.
- Simmer the syrup over low heat for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Let the syrup cool slightly before serving.
Conclusion
Apple fritters with spiced syrup make for a mouth-watering dessert or breakfast snack that will leave you craving for more. The crispy fritters, combined with the warm, rich flavor of spiced syrup, create a unique and irresistible combination that you are sure to love. Whether you plan to whip the recipe up for your family, friends, or just yourself, this recipe makes for a satisfying and comforting treat that you can enjoy at any time of the day.