Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Gluten Free Apple Fritters, a scrumptious treat that combines the sweetness of fresh apples with a warm sugary glaze. These fritters are perfect for any occasion—whether enjoyed as a breakfast delight or a comforting dessert. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll impress family and friends with these crispy, golden-brown bites. The recipe is easily customizable to suit your taste, making it a versatile choice for gatherings or quiet evenings at home.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup gluten free flour blend (210 g)
- 3/4 teaspoon xanthan gum (only add if your GF flour blend doesn't already contain xanthan)
- 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar (28 g)
- 2/3 cup milk, dairy or non dairy (160 ml)
- 1 tablespoon oil (15 ml)
- 2 eggs or 6 tablespoons aquafaba (90 ml)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 apples, peeled and finely diced
- 3 cups powdered/icing sugar (375 g)
- 3 tablespoons milk, dairy or non dairy (45 ml)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the gluten free flour blend, xanthan gum (if needed), baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar together until well mixed.
- Stir in milk, oil, eggs (or aquafaba), and vanilla extract until you have a thick batter.
- Fold in the diced apples gently until evenly distributed.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 360-375°F (80-90°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on each side (about 3 minutes per side).
- Remove fritters from oil and cool on a wire rack.
- For glazing, whisk powdered sugar with milk and vanilla until desired consistency is achieved, then dip cooled fritters into the glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use fresh apples for the best flavor. Monitor oil temperature closely to avoid greasy fritters; fry in small batches for optimal results. Customize by adding nuts or other fruits to the batter for added texture.