Big apple fritters

Here’s a classic bakery-style Big Apple Fritters recipe — crispy on the outside, tender and loaded with juicy apples on the inside, with a sweet glaze that makes them irresistible. These are fried golden and perfect for breakfast or a treat anytime!

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🍎 Big Apple Fritters (Bakery Style)

🧾 Ingredients

For the Fritters:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• 2¼ tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp salt

• 1½ tsp cinnamon

• ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)

• 2 large eggs

• ½ cup whole milk

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• 2 cups apples, peeled and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great)

• 1 tbsp lemon juice (to keep apples from browning)

• Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

For the Glaze:

• 1½ cups powdered sugar

• 2–3 tbsp milk or water

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• Optional: pinch of cinnamon for a spiced glaze

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🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Apples

• Peel and dice apples into small chunks.

• Toss with lemon juice and set aside.

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Step 2: Make the Batter

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

2. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and melted butter.

3. Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.

4. Gently fold in the diced apples.

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Step 3: Fry the Fritters

1. Heat about 2–3 inches of oil in a heavy pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).

2. Carefully drop large ¼- to ⅓-cup scoops of batter into the oil. Don’t overcrowd the pan.

3. Fry each fritter 3–4 minutes per side, until deep golden brown and cooked through.

4. Remove and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.

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Step 4: Glaze

1. In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar, vanilla, and just enough milk to make a thick but pourable glaze.

2. While fritters are still warm, dip or drizzle glaze over the tops.

3. Let sit a few minutes to set.

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📌 Tips:

• Test one fritter first to make sure the inside is cooking fully (you can flatten slightly when frying if needed).

• Let oil return to temperature between batches for even cooking.

• Fritters are best enjoyed warm and fresh, but can be reheated in the oven at 325°F for 5–7 minutes.

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Let me know if you’d like a baked version, a cinnamon sugar coating instead of glaze, or how to make mini fritters!