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New York-Style Apple Fritters: Crispy, Cinnamon-Glazed Treats

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Craving something sweet and irresistible? These big apple fritters are golden and crisp on the outside with a tender, apple-studded interior. Easy to make and perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat, this recipe yields classic fritters finished with a simple sweet glaze.

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE FRITTERS:

  • 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 3 tbsp applesauce
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced

FOR THE GLAZE:

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup milk (adjust for desired consistency)

HOW TO MAKE BIG APPLE FRITTERS:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt until evenly combined.
  • Add the applesauce, eggs and milk to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the fritters light.
  • Fold in the diced apples so they are evenly distributed through the batter.
  • Heat several inches of neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable) in a deep-sided pot or skillet until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
  • Carefully drop about ¼ cup of batter per fritter into the hot oil. Fry 2–3 minutes per side, or until each fritter is golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on a paper towel–lined plate or cooling rack.
  • While the fritters cool slightly, whisk the glaze ingredients—powdered sugar, vanilla and milk—until smooth. Add more milk a teaspoon at a time if the glaze is too thick.
  • Dip each warm fritter into the glaze or drizzle it on top, then let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm.
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Camelia

BIG APPLE FRITTERS

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Prep Time
16 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
2 mins
Total Time
23 mins
Ingredients
Method

Ingredients

For the fritters:
  • 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 1 ½ C. flour
  • ⅓ C. milk
  • ¼ C. sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 3 Tbsp applesauce
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
For the glaze:
  • ½ tsp vanilla
  • 2 C. powdered sugar
  • ¼ C. milk

Method

  1. Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt in a large bowl.
  2. Add the applesauce, eggs and milk and stir until just combined.
  3. Fold in the diced apples.
  4. Heat several inches of oil in a deep pot or skillet to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Drop ¼ cup portions of batter into the oil and fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels or a rack.
  6. Whisk the glaze ingredients together until smooth, adjusting milk to reach the desired consistency.
  7. Dip or drizzle the glaze over warm fritters and let it set briefly before serving.