Ingredients:
- For the Fritters:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2/3 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cups apples, peeled, cored, and chopped (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)
- Vegetable oil for frying
- For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Prepare the Fritters:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix well.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped apples until evenly distributed.
- Heat the Oil:
- In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the temperature for even frying.
- Fry the Fritters:
- Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, carefully drop about 1/4 cup of batter per fritter into the hot oil. Fry 2-3 fritters at a time, depending on the size of your skillet, to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry each fritter for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining batter.
- Make the Glaze:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Glaze the Fritters:
- Once the fritters have cooled slightly but are still warm, dip each one into the glaze or drizzle the glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the apple fritters warm. They can be enjoyed as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
These big apple fritters are sure to become a favorite, with their crispy exterior and soft, apple-filled interior. Enjoy!
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