Description
Amish Apple Fritter Delight brings golden crispy perfection straight from Pennsylvania’s heartland kitchens. Warm cinnamon-kissed apples nestled in a light, airy batter create a sweet comfort that connects generations of home cooks with pure culinary joy you’ll savor down to the last crumb.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Produce:
- 3 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced into ½ inch chunks
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1¼ cups powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (for the glaze)
Wet Ingredients and Frying:
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- 3 tablespoons or more buttermilk (for the glaze)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4–5 cups vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Peel and dice Granny Smith apples into uniform half-inch cubes, immediately tossing with fresh lemon juice to preserve their vibrant color and prevent oxidation.
- Whisk granulated sugar and large eggs in a spacious mixing bowl using an electric mixer for approximately 2 minutes until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Gradually incorporate all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, kosher salt, and buttermilk into the egg mixture, stirring until a smooth, lump-free batter forms.
- Delicately fold the prepared apple cubes into the batter, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Pour vegetable oil into a deep Dutch oven, heating to precisely 375°F (190°C) using a cooking thermometer for accurate temperature control.
- Carefully drop tablespoon-sized portions of the apple-laden batter into the hot oil, frying 3-4 fritters simultaneously for 1.5 to 2 minutes per side until they achieve a golden-brown, crispy exterior.
- Remove fritters using a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack lined with absorbent paper towels to drain excess oil and maintain crispness.
- Craft a luxurious cinnamon glaze by whisking powdered sugar, pure vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and buttermilk until a silky, smooth consistency is reached.
- While fritters are still warm, generously drizzle or completely immerse them in the aromatic cinnamon glaze, serving immediately for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Precise apple selection matters: Granny Smith apples provide the perfect tartness and hold their shape during frying.
- Temperature control is crucial for golden, crispy fritters: maintain oil at exactly 375°F for optimal texture and even cooking.
- Buttermilk works magic in the batter, creating incredibly light and tender fritters with a subtle tangy flavor.
- Glaze while warm ensures maximum absorption and creates a delightful sweet-crispy exterior that melts in your mouth.
- Quick frying technique prevents greasiness: cook 3-4 fritters at a time and drain immediately on paper towels to keep them crisp.
- Serving immediately guarantees the ultimate sensory experience with warm, crunchy fritters and silky-smooth cinnamon glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg