Big apple fritters

Here’s a delightful recipe for big apple fritters that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, perfect for a sweet treat!

Big Apple Fritters

Ingredients:

For the Fritters:

• 2 large apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
• Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Apples:
   • In a bowl, toss the diced apples with a little cinnamon and set aside.
2. Make the Batter:
   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
   • In a separate bowl, combine the egg, milk, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Gently fold in the diced apples and nuts, if using.
3. Heat the Oil:
   • In a deep skillet or pot, heat about 2 inches of oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
4. Fry the Fritters:
   • Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, flattening them slightly to form fritters. Fry in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
   • Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
5. Make the Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
6. Glaze the Fritters:
   • Drizzle the glaze over the warm fritters or dip them in the glaze for an extra sweet finish.
7. Serve:
   • Enjoy your big apple fritters warm, either plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Tips:

• Feel free to add raisins or dried cranberries for extra sweetness.
• Serve with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar for added flavor!

Enjoy your delicious apple fritters!