Best 10 Country Style Apple Fritters Recipes

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If you're looking for a classic breakfast or brunch dish that's sure to please everyone, look no further than country-style apple fritters. These crispy, golden-brown fritters are packed with sweet, juicy apples and have a light, fluffy texture that will melt in your mouth. Served with a generous dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of maple syrup, they're the perfect way to start your day or indulge in a sweet treat any time of day. With their simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, these fritters are a great option for both experienced and novice bakers alike. So gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and get ready to whip up a batch of these delicious apple fritters that are sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE FRITTERS -- COOK'S COUNTRY



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Regardless of their variety or whether they were sliced or grated, the apples in our Apple Fritters exuded juice and produced soggy, undercooked interiors. We found that the best solution was to dry the apples with paper towels and mix them with the dry ingredients. The dry ingredients sucked up the moisture that would otherwise have leached out during frying. We like Granny Smith apples in these fritters because they are tart and crisp. Apple juice doesn't have enough flavor-you really do need the cider. Penzeys Extra Fancy Vietnamese Cassia Cinnamon is the test kitchen's favorite brand.

Provided by nktx54

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 10 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup apple cider
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 cups vegetable peanut oil
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup apple cider
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon groud nutmeg

Steps:

  • 1. Spread prepared apples in single layer on paper towel-lined baking sheet and pat thoroughly dry with paper towels. Combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in large bowl. Whisk cider, eggs, and melted butter in medium bowl until combined. Stir apples into flour mixture. Stir in cider mixture until incorporated.
  • 2. Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat to 350 degrees. Following step 1, use 1/3-cup measure to transfer 5 heaping portions of batter to oil. Press batter lightly with back of spoon to flatten. Fry, adjusting burner as necessary to maintain oil temperature between 325 and 350 degrees, until deep golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer fritters to wire rack set inside rimmed baking sheet. Bring oil back to 350 degrees and repeat with remaining batter. Let fritters cool 5 minutes.
  • 3. Meanwhile, whisk confectioners' sugar, cider, cinnamon, and nutmeg in medium bowl until smooth. Top each fritter with 1 heaping tablespoon glaze. Let glaze set 10 minutes. Serve.
  • Forming Fab Fritters.
  • 1. Use a 1/3-cup measure and a spoon to carefully and gently portion batter into the hot oil.
  • 2. Use the spoon to gently press on each fritter. The flattened shape helps the interior cook through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 839.1, Fat 68.4, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 43.3, Sodium 360.8, Carbohydrate 55.6, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 34, Protein 4

COUNTRY-STYLE APPLE FRITTERS



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In the fall these apple fritters have become a tradition in my family. I make them with fresh-picked apples and they always make breakfast and snack time a tasty treat. These are best eaten fresh and warm. Dust with powdered sugar or cinnamon-sugar.

Provided by Kimber

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon salt
2 medium apples - peeled, cored, and chopped, or more to taste
¼ cup milk
1 large egg, beaten
1 quart oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl; stir to blend. Stir in apples, milk, and egg.
  • Fill a deep-fryer or Dutch oven half full with oil and heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Working in batches if necessary, drop tablespoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 19.1 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 165.7 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

SOFT AND CRISPY APPLE FRITTERS



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These delicious Apple Fritters are studded with diced sweet apples and they are tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. They are best served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar, and they are very addicting!

Provided by Cindy Gibbs

Categories     breakfast

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

Canola or safflower oil for frying, (1 1/2 to 2 inches)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup whole milk, or 2% and half & half combined
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tablespoons melted butter, unsalted
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 large cooking apples peeled and diced into 1/4-inch pieces. Use Granny Smith, Gala, Rome, or McIntosh. (I used Granny Smith)
Powdered sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • Pour the oil into a large dutch oven or deep or medium heavy-bottomed pot. Place a kitchen thermometer on the side and place it on the stove to have it ready to heat. Also, have a spider or slotted spoon nearby. Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet and set nearby the stove.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the milk, eggs, butter, and vanilla. Add the wet mixture to the dry and gently fold it in with a spatula until most of the dry ingredients are wet. Gently fold in the apples. Set aside while you heat the oil.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat, until a thermometer reaches 350 degrees. Keep an eye on it. It can get really hot quickly. If the heat rises too much, set the dutch oven or pot off the heat until the temperature comes back down to 350 degrees, and be ready to drop the fritter dough into the pot.
  • Once the heat is at 350 degrees, use a cookie scoop and drop heaping scoopfuls of fritter dough into the hot oil, making sure you don't drop more than about 5 to 6 in at a time. If you drop more, the temperature in the oil will drop. Cook the fritters, for about 2 to 3 minutes, turning once as soon as the fritters are golden brown on one side. Once the fritters are puffed and golden, remove them from the oil, using a spider or slotted spoon, and transfer them to the wire rack to drain. Finish making the rest of the fritters.
  • Generously dust the finished fritters with powdered sugar and serve warm. These fritters are best served the day they are made. The next day, warm leftovers in a microwave for about 40 seconds, covered or wrapped in a paper towel. Generously dust with more powdered sugar.

AWESOME COUNTRY APPLE FRITTER BREAD



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan
1/3 cup light brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 apples (any kind), peeled and chopped
2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup plus 1 to 3 tablespoons milk or almond milk
1/2 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray or line with foil and spray with nonstick spray, for easy removal.
  • Mix brown sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon together in a bowl; set aside. Toss apples with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and remaining teaspoon cinnamon in another bowl.
  • Beat butter and remaining 2/3 cup granulated sugar together in another medium bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 5 minutes. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, until blended in; add vanilla extract.
  • Whisk flour and baking powder together in another bowl, then add to creamed butter mixture and beat until blended. Mix 1/2 cup milk into batter until smooth.
  • Pour half the batter into the prepared loaf pan; add half the chopped apple mixture.
  • Sprinkle half of the brown sugar/cinnamon mixture on top of apple layer.
  • Pour the remaining batter over apple layer and top with remaining chopped apples, then the remaining brown sugar/cinnamon mixture.
  • Lightly pat apples into batter; swirl brown sugar mixture through apples using a knife or spoon.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of the loaf comes out clean, approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
  • Mix powdered sugar with remaining 1 to 3 tablespoons milk for a glaze, depending on preferred thickness.
  • Let the loaf cool for about 15 minutes, then drizzle with glaze.

APPLE FRITTERS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 30 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 13

Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
2 large eggs
3/4 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 Granny Smith apples, cored and cut into small dice
Powdered sugar, for dusting, optional
Serving suggestions: breakfast sausage and bacon

Steps:

  • Heat a couple of inches of vegetable oil in a heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium to medium-low heat until a deep-fry thermometer inserted in the oil registers 340 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with a fork, then add the milk, melted butter and vanilla. Gently fold the dry and wet ingredients together until just combined (do not over-mix). Fold in the apples, adding enough to make a very chunky batter.
  • Drop heaping tablespoons of batter into the hot oil, 6 to 8 at a time. Fry until golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Dust generously with powdered sugar and serve warm with sausage and bacon!

SOUTHERN STYLE APPLE FRITTERS



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I love apple fritters. They remind me of my childhood. My dad bringing them home in the brown paper bag...still warm, with a hint of greasiness showing through the bag from just being fried and glazed. Mmmmm. Gotta give this recipe a try on a cold fall or winter day Courtesy of www.southernplate.com. I am posting my favorites for safe keeping, but she has tons of new, amazing recipes on a regular basis. :)

Provided by monique.j.jimenez

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Yield 6 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups self rising flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
5 -6 granny smith apples, peeled and diced

Steps:

  • Mix flour, sugar, and cinnamon together using a fork to break up any lumps. Add in milk, melted margarine, and eggs. Stir well to combine. Peel and dice apples, add to batter, stirring inches Drop by 1/8 cup fulls into hot oil and turn to allow to brown on both sides. Drain on paper towel lined plate. Dust with confectioner�s sugar, if desired. Serve with apple butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.8, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 91.5, Sodium 621.7, Carbohydrate 67, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 29.8, Protein 7.9

SOUTHERN APPLE FRITTERS



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I've been making these golden fritters for more than 25 years. Family and friends gobble them up, so I'm thankful they're quick and easy! -Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 cup grated unpeeled apples
Oil for deep-fat frying
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Combine the egg, milk, orange juice, butter, vanilla and orange zest; add to dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the apples., In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 118mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MOM'S APPLE FRITTERS



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My mom made these for us after school in the fall with the apples we'd pick and buy from a fruit farm. Warm, crisp, and sweet, a perfect fall treat.

Provided by ABBY9

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 quart vegetable oil for deep-frying
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup milk
2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cups apples - peeled, cored and chopped
1 cup cinnamon sugar

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a deep-fryer or electric skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Pour in the milk, eggs and oil and stir until well blended. Mix in apples until they are evenly distributed.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden on both sides, about 5 minutes depending on the size. Fry in smaller batches so they are not crowded. Remove from the hot oil using a slotted spoon and drain briefly on paper towels. Toss with cinnamon sugar while still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 98.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

APPLE FRITTERS



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Best served warm, these fragrant, golden Apple Fritters are by turns tender, crisp, and fruity. A simpler (no-yeast) alternative to sufganiyot-the traditional jam-filled Jewish doughnut served during Hanukkah-the fritters are studded with diced sweet apples and generously dusted with confectioners' sugar. Be forewarned: They can be addictively delicious. Martha made this recipe on Martha Bakes episode 602.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes about 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon coarse salt
3/4 cup whole milk
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 sweet apples, such as Rome, McIntosh, or Gala, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces (about 3 cups)
Safflower oil, for frying
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, butter, and vanilla. Gently fold milk mixture into flour mixture until just combined. Fold in apples.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 inches of oil in a medium heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until a thermometer registers 350 degrees. Set a wire rack in a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Working in batches, drop heaping tablespoons of dough into oil. (A small ice cream scoop works especially well for creating uniform-size fritters.) Cook, turning once, until puffed and golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to rack with a slotted spoon. Let cool slightly, dust with confectioners' sugar, and serve.

AMISH APPLE FRITTERS RECIPE - (4.1/5)



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Provided by tomato

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup milk
2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 1/2 cups peeled, cored and chopped Granny Smith or Gravenstein apples
Vegetable oil for deep-frying (enough to come halfway up sides of pan or skillet)
1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
3 to 4 teaspoon warm water (thin enough to make the glaze "paintable")

Steps:

  • In a large bowl (or the bowl to a stand mixer), cream the sugar and eggs for 1 to 2 minutes with a mixer. Add the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and milk to the same bowl. Mix these ingredients well. In a separate bowl, mix the chopped apples with the lemon juice. Using a spoon, add the apple mixture to the batter and stir well, to combine. Heat vegetable oil to 375°F (use a deep-fry thermometer or use an electric skillet with a temperature control). It is very important to make sure the temperature is hot enough to fry the fritters correctly. Once the oil is at 375°F, scoop out really large tablespoonfuls of the fritter batter (as big as you can get 'em!) and carefully and gently slide the fritter into the hot oil. When they get to a true golden brown color, carefully turn the fritters over to the other side (I used two spoons to carefully flip them) and continue cooking. (This should take approximately 2 to 3 minutes on each side). When the fritters become brown on both sides (you might have to flip them over again to make sure both sides are brown), then you know they will be ready and cooked through. Using a slotted spoon, remove the fritters, one at a time, to a paper-towel lined plate to drain and cool. To make a glaze for the tops of the fritters, mix together the powdered sugar, vanilla and water in a small bowl until you have a nice "paintable" glaze. Using a pastry brush, brush this glaze over the entire top of the fritter. Let glaze harden slightly, turn it over and "paint" the glaze on the bottom. Place glazed fritters on wire rack; let glaze harden, then serve. Note: If you do not like glaze on your fritters, you can sprinkle the fritters with powdered sugar and cinnamon as soon as they come out of the oven. For mine, I used the glaze option and they were perfect.

Tips:

  • Use the right apples. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn apples are all good choices for apple fritters, as they hold their shape well when cooked.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the fritters tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a deep fryer or a large saucepan with high sides. This will help to prevent the fritters from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  • Fry the fritters in hot oil. The oil should be between 350°F and 375°F. If the oil is too hot, the fritters will brown too quickly and be raw in the center. If the oil is too cool, the fritters will absorb too much oil and be greasy.
  • Drain the fritters on paper towels. This will help to remove any excess oil.
  • Serve the fritters warm. Apple fritters are best served warm, fresh from the fryer. You can also dust them with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar.

Conclusion:

Apple fritters are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect apple fritters every time.

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