Apple Fritters (apfelküchlein Delight)
Apple fritters, known as Apfelküchlein in Austria, are a delightful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. These crispy and fluffy fritters are filled with warm, cinnamon-spiced apples, making them a comforting treat for the whole family.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups diced apples
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Confectioners' sugar for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and milk together. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed in the batter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Dust the fritters with confectioners' sugar before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 180 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Fat
- 8g
- Protein
- 3g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Whisk Skillet Slotted spoon Paper towels
Tools
Cooking thermometer
Serving suggestions
Serve the apple fritters warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of rum or a sprinkle of nutmeg to the batter.
Cost
$10