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Apple Fritters

Delicious Apple Fritters: Crispy, Fluffy, and Guilt-Free

These Apple Fritters are a healthier dessert option, featuring a crispy exterior and fluffy interior filled with tender apple pieces.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fritters
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Try reducing or using a substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Consider adding nutmeg.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Can use almond or oat milk.
  • 1 large Egg Use flaxseed meal for vegan version.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 medium Apples Use firm varieties like Granny Smith.
  • 2 tbsp Butter (melted) Coconut oil for dairy-free.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can omit for lower-sugar option.
  • 1-2 tbsp Milk Use to thin glaze.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spoon or Ice Cream Scoop
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 370°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk until well blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gently combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients, folding in the diced apples.
  5. Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the parchment, spaced apart.
  7. Air fry for 5-6 minutes, flip the fritters, and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes or until golden.
  8. In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar with milk to make the glaze and drizzle over warm fritters.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure apple pieces are uniform in size for even cooking. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep fritters light and fluffy.

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