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Apple Fritters

Crispy Apple Fritters You Can Guiltlessly Savor Anytime

Experience guilt-free indulgence with these air fryer apple fritters that are light, crispy, and perfect for any time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 fritters
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder essential, no substitutes
  • 0.25 teaspoons salt use sea salt for refined taste
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon try nutmeg for a unique twist
  • 1 cups milk use almond milk for dairy-free
  • 1 large egg use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract almond extract can be used for variation
  • 1.5 cups apples (peeled, cored, diced) use a mix of tart and sweet apples
  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted) coconut oil or vegan butter can replace it
For the Glaze
  • 1 cups powdered sugar no substitutes recommended for glaze
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 370°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, ½ cup of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, ¼ teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Whisk until well blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of milk, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and gently stir until just combined; fold in 1 ½ cups of diced apples.
  5. Line the air fryer basket with perforated parchment paper and give it a light mist of cooking spray.
  6. Scoop dollops of batter onto the parchment paper, spacing them out.
  7. Cook the fritters in your preheated air fryer for 5-6 minutes, flip, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  8. While cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over the fritters once cooled slightly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Using a mix of tart Granny Smith and sweet Fuji apples enhances flavor. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket for maximum crispiness.

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