Apple Fritters

These cinnamon apple fritters combine a crisp fried crust with a tender, warm center full of diced apples and cozy spices—all made faster using a pressure cooker.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Course Soup

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 6 servings

Calories 310 kcal

Equipment

1 Mixing bowl large

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
2 ¼ teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 ¼ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
¾ cup whole milk
2 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 Granny Smith apples peeled and diced
powdered sugar for dusting, optional
1 ½ cups powdered sugar for glaze, optional
¼ teaspoon salt for glaze, optional
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract for glaze, optional
3 tablespoon whole milk for glaze, optional

Instructions

Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract and whisk until smooth.
Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until mixed. Do not overmix.
Fold in diced apples so they are evenly distributed.
Heat oil in skillet or deep fryer to 350°F.
Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil, flatten lightly if needed.
Fry each side for 2–3 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle glaze if desired.

Notes

For a crispier finish, enjoy fritters right after frying. Glaze or dust to your liking!