These Apple Fritter Bites are little nuggets of cozy joy crisp on the outside, soft and apple-filled on the inside. They give you all the comfort of classic apple fritters without the stress or long prep. Perfect for quick snacks, weekend treats, or when that apple-cinnamon craving hits.
Ingredient
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- 1 cup finely diced apple (Honeycrisp or Gala are lovely)
- Oil, for frying
Optional glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
Steps
- Mix the dry ingredients. In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the wet ingredients. Stir in egg, milk, vanilla, and melted butter until just combined. Don’t worry if the batter looks thick that’s exactly right.
- Fold in apples. Gently stir in the diced apples so they’re evenly spread throughout.
- Heat the oil. Warm oil in a skillet or pot over medium heat (about 350°F).
- Fry the bites. Drop tablespoon-sized scoops into the oil and fry 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain briefly. Transfer to paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Glaze or dust. Drizzle with glaze or dust with powdered sugar while warm.
Chef’s Tips
- Dice apples small: Smaller pieces cook through quickly and keep the bites tender.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan: Fry in batches so they stay crisp, not greasy.
- Test one first: It helps you adjust the heat before frying the whole batch.
Variations
- Cinnamon sugar coating: Toss warm bites in cinnamon sugar instead of glazing.
- Baked version: Bake at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, flipping once.
- Caramel apple bites: Drizzle with warm caramel sauce instead of glaze.