Apple Fritters are like heavenly, deep-fried donuts with apple and cinnamon goodness.

Drizzle a simple three-ingredient glaze on them, and you’ll have warm, delightful Apple Fritters ready in under 30 minutes. Just a heads up, make sure to grab a few for yourself because they tend to disappear in no time. 

We’re big fans of apple recipes around here. I mean, who isn’t? With all those scrumptious apple varieties, it’s hard not to be.

Can you picture how awesome these fritters would be with a nice, hot cup of coffee? These delectable Apple Fritters are quick and easy. You can have a batch ready in about 30 minutes. Now let’s get cooking!

TO MAKE THESE APPLE FRITTERS, YOU WILL NEED

Apples – Honeycrisp are a favorite (mainly because they are just an overall favorite apple) but Granny Smith is also great in this recipe. An apple that’s more crisp and tart will work best.

Lemon Juice – This helps to keep the apples from browning after they’ve been diced, but also helps highlight the acidity.

Flour, Baking Soda, and Sugar– You can use all purpose or a gluten free flour or nut flour. We have not made these with whole wheat flour.

Eggs, Milk, Butter – We usually use 2% milk but you can absolutely use whatever you have. Almond milk works great, too!

Cinnamon and Nutmeg – Just a pinch of nutmeg adds a great flavor. But you could also use a touch of apple pie spice!

Ground Ginger – Totally optional but a fun touch! I love the flavor ground ginger brings to sweet treats, I always use it in our homemade granolas.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

HOW DO YOU MAKE THESE APPLE FRITTERS?

First peel, core, and dice apples (1/4-1/2 inch pieces). In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Make a well and add milk, egg, and applesauce; stir until combined.

Next, heat 1 1/2 inches of canola oil in a Dutch oven to 375 degrees. Pour 1/4 cup of batter into the hot oil, spread it a bit for even cooking, and fry for about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

For the glaze, mix milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Dip fritters in the glaze, place on wire racks to dry then enjoy your freshly made Apple Fritters.

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