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    Easy Apple Fritters

    Sep 16, 2019 · 175 Comments

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    There are few things as delicious or as comforting as a warm homemade dessert. Am I right?? These Easy Apple Fritters are a home run any time of the year! All you need are a handful of ingredients and in no time your kitchen will smell amazing and everyone will be licking their fingers! 

    Easy Homemade Apple Fritters

    To me, comfort foods are like a warm snuggly blanket, a new pair of slippers or a great big bear hug from someone you love. These easy Apple Fritters are high up on that list!

    Just a few pantry staples and a handful of apples are all you need to earn yourself warm, fragrant, decadent Apple Fritters. These fritters are worth every calorie, you can easily justify eating a few because of the apples…right?  After all “an apple a day” or at least that’s what I tell myself, haha.

    The way I see it, a homemade sweet of some sort beats a pre-packaged cookie, sweet, candy or (gasp) Tastycake. As a gal from Philly…talking any kind of trash on any sort of Tastycake can get me into trouble, lol!

    10 minutes to make the batter as well as peel and chop the apples.

    3 minutes to make the glaze and a few minutes to fry ’em and just like that you will be enjoying these hot, scrumptious, y Apple Fritters. And you will definitely be licking your fingers!

    Easy Homemade Apple Fritters

    I am a huge fan of whipping up cookies, brownies, churros and other homemade treats for my family and I especially enjoy getting the kids to help me make them.

    These Easy Apple Fritters are perfect for when the mood strikes to make your family something sweet, delicious and warm! They don’t take long to make either, which is a good thing in my book!

    Don’t let a fear of frying get in your way when it comes to these. I thought about making them for years before I began to make them. Once I did I wondered what took me so long!

    Dip the fritters in a glaze, sprinkle them with powdered sugar or roll them in cinnamon & sugar while still warm. Whichever way, you are going to make someone happy!

    How Do I Make Apple Fritters?

    To make apple fritters all you need are chopped apples, flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, an egg, milk, and spices. Plus oil for frying. The making of apple fritters is quite quick. Just peel your apples, chop them, make the batter, toss the apple in and fry them up in batches.

    Do I Need A Fryer?

    No, you can make these fritters in a pot with oil. I recommend using a deep pot, to avoid any oil splatter. You could also use a large pot however that would require more oil.

    Can these be baked?

    Apple Fritters, at least the apple fritters I make and know, need to be fried. The batter would never hold up being baked. They would end up as puddles.

    Can I Air Fry Apple Fritters?

    Again, the same as baking. This batter is too liquid to be used in an air fryer. That being said, MAYBE if someone tinkered with it and used metal small ramekins or something, you may have success. They would however not be shaped like a traditional fritter, more like a small cake.

    Do I Have To Fry Apple Fritters?

    Frying Apple Fritters as described in this recipe post is the only option. There are variations that could be cooked in other methods however they are apple fritters as you would expect.

    How Long Are Apple Fritters Good For?

    Apple Fritters as made in this recipe post are best eaten as they are made. They taste and texture are best enjoyed while still warm.

    What Variations Can I make To Apple Fritters?

    I have made a Peach Fritter recipe as a variation to this Apple Fritter Recipe with delicious success! (Pictured below)

    Recipe for Easy Peach Fritters! Mmmm!

    Fruit fritters remind me of days spent with the family. How about getting your kids (any age really) to help prep these OR for your teens and tweens…Have them take the lead.

    It’s a great introductory frying lesson if you feel they are ready. Can’t you just then see them someday making these for you or for their family. Just the thought makes me happy!

    If your tweens or teens enjoy doing or if they want to learn, check out my cookbook for kids “Kid Chef Everyday”.

    It’s available on Amazon and soon to be in retail stores and its chock-full of real recipes that the whole family will actually enjoy eating! Crispy Baked Parmesan Wings, Strawberry Lime Jam (no pectin or canning needed and it’s better than anything you’ll buy), Cinnamon Bun Baked oatmeal, Lemon Pepper Pork Chops, Homemade Breakfast Sausage and more!

    Kid Chef Everyday Cookbook for Kids

    A few of my other favorite easy desserts to make my family are:

    5 Amazing, deliciously different desserts!

    My Prize-Winning Key Lime Pie (seriously, I won a trip to the Florida Keys with this…It may be the best you’ve ever had AND it is SO easy!!)

    Baked Double Glazed Chocolate Donuts (Mmmm!)

    My Irish Soda Bread (THIS is not your typical ISB!) Featured by the TODAY Show! Irish Soda Bread is a delicious quick-bread for all-year-round!

    Cranberry Pie aka Nantucket “Pie” is an easy, different vintage recipe that everyone will love!

    And this Blueberry Lemon Yogurt Cake with Blueberry Compote is a showstopper! It has such flavor is so moist and one of my favorite desserts!

    Hope you try these out and enjoy them! Let me know if you do! I love seeing peoples creations on Instagram! Tag me at @SouffleBombay!

    Enjoy!!

    Recipe originally published March, 2017, updated.

    Easy Homemade Apple Fritters
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    4.82 from 37 votes

    Easy Apple Fritters

    These amazing and easy to make Apple Fritters are comfort food at its best!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time20 mins
    Course: Breakfast, Dessert, fruit
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: easy apple fritters recipe, how to make apple fritters
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 253kcal
    Author: Colleen Kennedy

    Ingredients

    • 2-3 peeled apples 1 1/2 cups when diced
    • 1 cup flour
    • 1/4 cup sugar
    • 1/4 tsp salt
    • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
    • 1/3 cup milk
    • 1 egg
    • 2 TBS cinnamon sugar mixture 2 TBS sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon
    • Oil for frying the fritters

    Instructions

    • Combine the flour, sugar, salt and baking powder, and whisk until combined.
    • In a small bowl whisk the milk and egg until combined, add into dry ingredients and mix until just incorporated.
    • Toss the apple chunks with the cinnamon & sugar and dump the mixture into the batter, stir just a bit to move apples around.
    • Heat oil to 370 degrees.
    • Fry heaping spoonfuls (or use a cookie scoop) of the batter (being sure you get apples in each scoop)until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes),
    • If frying in a sealed fryer, shake basked around just a bit during frying to ensure even rotation of cooking. If cooking in an open frying pan/poy, flip fritters using a spatula or fork to ensure even cooking.
    • Once fritters are removed from the fryer, place them on a cooling rack with paper towels under to catch any drips. If rolling in cinnamon & sugar, do so as soon as you can handle the fritters. If sprinkling with powdered sugar or dipping them in a simple glaze, allow them to cool a bit more.
    • To make glaze simply combine 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, a splash of vanilla and 1-1 1/2 TBS milk. Stir until smooth and drizzle over fritters or go ahead and dunk them in. If dunking them in, allow them to set for a few minutes and enjoy…they don’t really “keep” that way. Fritters are best enjoyed soon after you make them while still warm. For best results fry in batches of 3 or four. I use a small cookie scoop to make dropping the batter into the oil nice and easy.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 4g | Calories: 253kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 102mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 29g
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    1. Sally says

      August 30, 2017 at 3:23 pm

      5 stars
      Very quick sand. Easy. I love them

      Reply
      • Veronica Wilson says

        September 27, 2018 at 12:44 am

        5 stars
        This recipe was simple and delicious 😋

        Reply
      • Becky says

        April 17, 2019 at 11:34 pm

        I can’t see why you couldn’t substitute the flour with bisquit, the follow the rest of recipe.

        Reply
        • betty says

          August 2, 2019 at 2:13 am

          Becky, I have read several of your comments… you seem to be an angry, unhappy person. PLEASE write some positive affirmations everyday. Not being mean just my observation and others also.

          Reply
          • c0rry says

            December 15, 2019 at 2:35 am

            what is so angry about her comments. i think your the angry one

            Reply
          • Debi says

            January 6, 2020 at 12:55 am

            Not nice!!!

            Reply
            • sheldon bowen says

              April 1, 2020 at 4:06 am

              Troll

          • Amy says

            April 2, 2020 at 10:58 pm

            Seriously?!? Who cares how she sounds – I’m here for a RECIPE not for feelings

            Reply
          • Suzie says

            May 1, 2020 at 12:56 am

            omg #chilloutbecky

            Reply
          • c robi says

            May 24, 2020 at 5:18 pm

            She just asked a question. Does not seem mean , angry .

            Reply
        • Valerie Wernicke says

          March 10, 2021 at 7:42 pm

          Mind your business…not your concern. Becky can do her thing if she wants…but has no business criticizing and neither do you.

          Reply
        • Tracy Dennice says

          September 20, 2021 at 8:21 pm

          But premade biscuits don’t taste like homemade. 🤷🏻‍♀️

          Reply
        • Betty says

          October 14, 2021 at 6:51 am

          I tried an turned out not done hard to get done without burning
          No wow!
          Won’t try this one again
          Taste was bland
          I turned down heat an still no success
          Back to the drawing board but thanks anyway
          My sister tried same recipe an hers did the same as mine 🙃

          Reply
          • Colleen says

            October 20, 2021 at 11:31 am

            Sorry to heat that Betty, maybe they were too large?

            Reply
        • Linda Hicks says

          November 24, 2021 at 4:14 pm

          Is the flour all purpose or plain, I was just not sure about it

          Reply
          • Colleen says

            November 24, 2021 at 5:32 pm

            All Purpose

            Reply
      • Bookkady83 says

        October 30, 2019 at 9:57 pm

        May not be sweet enough. This batter is not very sweet, actually, just perfect. Excellent and easy to make.

        Reply
        • Brandy hally says

          April 7, 2020 at 9:27 pm

          Can you make these in the air fryer ?

          Reply
          • Colleen says

            April 8, 2020 at 2:28 pm

            Hi Brandy, No you can not. The batter would seep right through the basket.

            Reply
      • Kara says

        November 1, 2019 at 11:17 pm

        5 stars
        I’m not good at making sweets but this recipe is so easy. I just made about a dozen of these and there’s only 4 left… So I’m guessing they like them. Thank you so much for sharing your recipe.

        Reply
        • Colleen says

          November 4, 2019 at 3:32 pm

          So great to hear Kara! Thanks for the comment!

          Reply
          • V says

            June 17, 2020 at 12:39 am

            Easy peasy Apple fritter bite, thank you so much. I would attach a picture, but honestly these turned out exactly as you said!

            Reply
            • Colleen says

              June 19, 2020 at 6:24 pm

              Whahoo!! So glad to hear!

      • Janet says

        January 10, 2021 at 5:53 pm

        I have made them several times
        They are very easy and very delicious

        Reply
        • Colleen says

          January 13, 2021 at 1:50 pm

          SO great to hear! Actually making these this evening, once again, for dessert!

          Reply
    2. Marie says

      September 2, 2017 at 4:05 pm

      1 heaping roughchopped apples what dido you do with them

      Reply
    3. Debbie says

      September 17, 2017 at 7:31 pm

      Heaping rough chopped apples? Was this a error because in the beginning it says 11/2 cup of apples.

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        October 3, 2017 at 2:17 pm

        Yes!! No clue why that unfinished thought was in there…sorry! I removed it, Thank you!

        Reply
      • Colleen says

        October 3, 2017 at 2:17 pm

        I removed that unfinished thought from the recipe…I must have begun to type it twice. Sorry and thank you!

        Reply
        • Patricia says

          June 23, 2019 at 2:32 pm

          4 stars
          These came out like the photo and they tasted good but they didn’t have the crisp on the outside like you experience when you buy an apple fritter. I was careful to watch the oil temp at 380. What did I do wrong?

          Reply
    4. Laura says

      September 26, 2017 at 10:28 pm

      I gave your apple fritter receipe a try 😀 they turned out awesomely yummy. Also for all the people asking about the apples read step 3 lol. I ended up using about a cup and a half of diced apples and an ice cream scoop to help batter not stick to the spoon when dropping in.

      Reply
    5. Colleen says

      October 31, 2017 at 1:47 pm

      That’s great to hear! I am due to make a batch this weekend 🙂

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        August 5, 2019 at 12:35 pm

        No, you really do need the apply chunks, they “make” the fritters. Using applesauce would create a very thin batter as well.

        Reply
    6. carol labue says

      November 19, 2017 at 6:54 pm

      5 stars
      I use frozen pizza dough. let it rise, add sugar, cinnamon, apples and whatever else you like.( I hate making my own doug). For the glaze, I just put confectioner’s sugar into a little maple syrup. Makes great fritters. I’ve done this with peaches and blueberries too. Just have to be sure the fruit isn’t too juicy or the outcome is drippy.

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        November 21, 2017 at 3:25 pm

        Sounds delicious! Thanks!

        Reply
      • Bookkady83 says

        October 30, 2019 at 9:58 pm

        May not be sweet enough. This batter is not very sweet, actually, just perfect. Excellent and easy to make.

        Reply
        • Colleen says

          November 4, 2019 at 3:37 pm

          Yup, the apples are sweet and is the drizzle, so the batter is not too sweet or else it would be “too much” IMO.

          Reply
    7. Carla says

      December 10, 2017 at 4:08 pm

      5 stars
      Lovely. Just tried it, but found I had to use a bit more milk to get the right consistency.

      Reply
    8. Marian says

      December 27, 2017 at 6:42 pm

      Is this all purpose flour?

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        December 28, 2017 at 8:33 pm

        Yes, it is.

        Reply
    9. Göran says

      January 11, 2018 at 10:48 pm

      Could just canned apple compote be used? Easier, quicker and matbe btter capturing the slightly gooey appleness of higher quality bakery fritters?

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        January 22, 2018 at 7:57 pm

        I honestly don’t know. I’d love to know if it worked. If one can get out of peeling apples…why not, lol!

        Reply
        • Amy Jo says

          December 9, 2020 at 12:00 pm

          Could you just chop the apple with peel on? I baked a pie once and did that because I had forgotten I volunteered to bring a pie, lol. I figured I could blame it on being a blonde:) It was delicious as always and nobody even noticed!

          Reply
          • Colleen says

            December 10, 2020 at 8:46 pm

            Sure!

            Reply
    10. Cristie Spring says

      February 10, 2018 at 7:26 pm

      5 stars
      This is a delicious recipe. I used buttermilk instead of milk. I added a couple of extra tablespoons of buttermilk because the batter was so thick.my husband had the brilliant idea of dipping a half of a banana in the batter and frying it, which was delicious. I used 1/4 cup of brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon to coat the apples, instead of the 1/4 cup granulated sugar that the recipe calls for.

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        February 23, 2018 at 1:03 am

        OMGosh, your husband is brilliant! I am so trying that next time!

        Reply
      • Sandy says

        March 10, 2020 at 7:57 pm

        I ALWAYS fry bananas whenever I make fried chicken. I sprinkle the fried bananas with powdered sugar and my family devours with the chicken.

        Reply
        • Colleen says

          March 16, 2020 at 3:10 pm

          Yum!!!

          Reply
    11. Lystra says

      February 11, 2018 at 10:46 pm

      Can this be baked instead of fried? I really hate frying and I want this to be a little easier on the conscience if you know what I mean….

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        February 23, 2018 at 1:02 am

        I have not tried to do that. And I only make this indulgence once or twice a year. I did a quick search and found these – they look good, maybe give them a try and let me know what you think! http://thebakermama.com/recipes/baked-apple-fritters/

        Reply
      • Charlesknauf says

        February 22, 2020 at 8:09 pm

        5 stars
        Try them in a muffin pan.

        Reply
    12. Kathlene says

      February 19, 2018 at 12:33 pm

      5 stars
      I love the recipe. I added, cut in half, maraschino cherries.
      I have a question though. My fritters aren’t crisp after I let them sit on a backing rack and drizzle glaze. They soften up. What can I do so they stay crispy.

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        February 23, 2018 at 12:59 am

        Nice variation Kathlene. The only thing I can think of is to not glaze them until ready to enjoy. That would make them hold up better.

        Reply
        • Sandy says

          March 10, 2020 at 8:02 pm

          Could it be the size of the diced apples? Do you need to have them like a 1” – 2”size dice to give more peaks to the fritters to crisp up? I’m making this recipe tonight so I’ll test to see. My family is already salivating LOL.

          Reply
          • Colleen says

            March 16, 2020 at 3:09 pm

            1/2 inch to 1 inch Diced is good, no larger than 1 inch I would say. Enjoy!

            Reply
    13. Colleen says

      February 23, 2018 at 1:04 am

      SO glad to hear it!! Thanks Cathy!

      Reply
    14. Margaret says

      March 3, 2018 at 10:12 pm

      4 stars
      The flavor is great I put about 1/2 tap 9f cinnamon 8n the batter as well I agree a little more milk but easy and good as is thank you

      Reply
    15. Leanne Motes says

      March 22, 2018 at 12:23 am

      What kind of oil did you use?

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        March 27, 2018 at 12:21 am

        I use Vegetable oil.

        Reply
    16. Lisa says

      March 27, 2018 at 1:18 pm

      Sounds just like what I want with the buttermilk. Can I use pancake mix with buttermilk being sure to keep it on the thick side.mix the Apple mixture to that and then fry?

      Reply
    17. Nancy says

      April 21, 2018 at 3:21 pm

      5 stars
      Made these for breakfast this morning. Yummy I will be making again. I love Apple fritters. Batter was little thick so I thinned it out with a little more milk. Didn’t think of buttermilk. Will try it next time.

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        April 21, 2018 at 5:43 pm

        Good to hear! A delicious way to start the day (I have to say I am a little jealous!!)

        Reply
    18. Diane Russo says

      May 13, 2018 at 2:41 pm

      3 stars
      What is the cinnamon sugar exact measurements? I used 2 tablespoons sugar and @ 3/4 tablespoons cinnamon. Came out too cinnamon-y and fritters were very dark.

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        May 21, 2018 at 10:23 pm

        I don’t ever measure that I guess. I would have to remake and measure that out. I think I typically do 3 1/2 parts sugar to 1/2 part cinnamon.

        Reply
    19. holly says

      June 2, 2018 at 12:34 pm

      what kind of apples do you use?

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        June 4, 2018 at 4:19 pm

        Hi Holly, I typically use Granny Smith Apples.

        Reply
        • Jody says

          April 30, 2020 at 9:13 am

          5 stars
          Would any other apples work?

          Reply
          • Colleen says

            May 4, 2020 at 5:10 pm

            Hi Jody, sure you can use any variety of apples you have on-hand. if they are more tart, you may want to add a little extra sugar.

            Reply
    20. Ashley says

      July 1, 2018 at 6:29 pm

      4 stars
      What a treat these were. But like most others, i had to add more milk, the batter
      Really was too thick. Thanks! Yum!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        July 17, 2018 at 2:04 pm

        Glad you enjoyed them and tweaked them to your liking!

        Reply
    21. Jay says

      July 4, 2018 at 3:09 pm

      These are absolutely delicious. I made them today for the Fourth of July and the glaze with the apples is just Heavenly. Thank you for the recipe!!!!❤️

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        July 17, 2018 at 2:02 pm

        Fantastic! Happy to hear and thanks for the feedback!

        Reply
    22. Trudy Kurz says

      July 24, 2018 at 1:06 am

      Really looking forward to making these! My husband is on a low sodium diet now so I’m thrilled to find this recipe!

      Reply
    23. Tese says

      August 15, 2018 at 10:16 pm

      5 stars
      These are sooo good! My hubby begs for these!

      Reply
    24. Janette says

      September 14, 2018 at 5:28 am

      5 stars
      Whipped up a small batch tonight. So easy and simple to do. P.S. Hubby loved the taste of them he said they taste like bakery apple fritters. Great recipe. will eat the rest tomorrow for breakfast.

      Reply
    25. April says

      October 2, 2018 at 6:55 pm

      5 stars
      Can I put scrambled eggs and sausage and potatoes and cheese in the batter and make breakfast fritters?

      Reply
      • Carolyn R Gentner says

        October 21, 2018 at 5:14 am

        Hi sounds genius to me?!!!!!!!!

        Reply
    26. Ronda says

      October 21, 2018 at 11:32 pm

      5 stars
      I made these tonight. I eyeballed the sugar n cinnamon. They’re GONE! One thing I did do because I was out of vanilla extract, I substituted lemon extract. Try it! They were delicous! Some glaze only, some both and some cinnamon sugar.

      P.S. i didn’t tell anyone about the lemon extract. They loved them!

      Reply
    27. Colleen says

      November 5, 2018 at 10:29 pm

      Lovely! SO fun that your granddaughter was your helper!

      Reply
    28. Diane says

      November 8, 2018 at 12:20 am

      5 stars
      Made these for dessert tonight. Awesome.

      Reply
    29. Rebecca says

      November 18, 2018 at 4:07 pm

      I have family here for Thanksgiving and somehow, breakfast this morning slipped my mind! I found this recipe and decided to try it. I’m SO happy I did! They turned out so beautifully and they’re so delicious. I wish I had doubled the recipe. I might end up making another batch in a few min! Thanks for the great recipe!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        November 20, 2018 at 3:31 pm

        That’s wonderful to hear, thanks so much for the comment! Enjoy Thanksgiving with your family!!

        Reply
    30. Maru says

      December 13, 2018 at 11:14 pm

      Would canned apple pie filling be ok in substitute for the diced apples?

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        January 9, 2019 at 12:38 am

        I feel like that would be too much liquid and they would be a soggy mess. Not 100% sure since I never did this, just my gut.

        Reply
    31. Nita J says

      December 25, 2018 at 10:49 pm

      5 stars
      We made these Christmas morning and they were so excellent!! Follow the recipe as printed.
      We like them with the glaze drizzled over the top.
      Thanks for a great recipe!!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        January 9, 2019 at 12:37 am

        Awesome!!! Hope your holidays were wonderful!

        Reply
    32. Rosemary C says

      January 5, 2019 at 5:21 am

      How much oil do you use? Should the batter be floating in oil when you drop it in ? I almost never fry anything but my husband loves apple fritters, so I have to try this recipe. Thanks.

      Reply
    33. Rachel says

      January 7, 2019 at 6:15 pm

      I love this recipe. I’ll be using this a base for all types of fruit fritters. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        January 9, 2019 at 12:37 am

        I love hearing that!! TY!

        Reply
    34. Diane says

      January 26, 2019 at 10:10 pm

      Do you have a carb count for this recipe?

      Reply
    35. Mae Martin says

      January 30, 2019 at 5:29 pm

      5 stars
      Just made this apple fritters they are delicious simple and easy and delicious.. my husband love them …I was expecting more of a cake texture but they were soft inside I did use half buttermilk and half milk but either way they was very very good

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        February 25, 2019 at 3:36 pm

        Awesome! Thanks for the feedback Mae (love your name BTW) Glad the hubs enjoyed them!

        Reply
    36. Karla says

      February 10, 2019 at 10:43 pm

      I am dying to try these because they look delicious but am slightly hesitant because I have NEVER deep fried anything. Any tips for a first time fryer before I take these on?

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        February 25, 2019 at 3:36 pm

        Well, it really is not as scary as you think, lol…Meanwhile, I am over here afraid of yeast…or just lazy when it comes to the rising time etc, haha! OK….When I first started frying, I had a Cool Daddy Fryer, which they still make. It is amazing and SOOOO safe! That may be a good way to start. Either way, in a fryer or a pot, try just one at a time, until you nail it (not underdone and not overdone. You’ll understand your pot and your heat source when it comes to frying (which differ by every single person frying that way). Make sure the oil is hot before you start, if your fritters brown too quickly and are mushy inside….the oil was too hot. Always feel free to slide a pot on and off the heat source to let it cool down just a bit. Hope that helps Karla, good luck!!

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        • Karla says

          February 26, 2019 at 12:47 pm

          5 stars
          Thanks for the tips! I’m determined to conquer my fear and give these a try today! Will let you know how it goes!

          Reply
          • Colleen says

            March 2, 2019 at 1:17 pm

            Awesome! Fingers crossed!

            Reply
    37. Shelby says

      February 19, 2019 at 1:53 am

      I’m making these tonight for the second time to take to the grandkids for a breakfast treat. I followed the directions exactly and they turned out delicious and everyone gobbled them up.

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        February 25, 2019 at 3:31 pm

        Hooray! Love hearing that and I hope the grandkids were happy and they request them often! That’s what cooking is all about for me, making people happy through food! Can’t wait to have grandkids one day!!

        Reply
    38. Barbara Hamilton says

      March 16, 2019 at 5:09 pm

      5 stars
      Fritters were dark but delicious. ( had to cook a little longer, first fritter was still raw inside). I glazed some and sprinkled powdered sugar on some. Yummy.

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        March 29, 2019 at 12:39 pm

        Glad they came out! They are sinfully delicious!! I am making some Sunday morning for the kids who are sleeping over our house after the Junior Prom 🙂

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    39. Colleen says

      March 29, 2019 at 12:44 pm

      That’s great to hear! I am sure they are grateful!

      Reply
    40. Big Jilm says

      May 18, 2019 at 2:20 pm

      4 stars
      One tip: if you use an ice cream scoop, make sure to flatten the dough out a bit. I cooked them round and they ended up being burned on the outside and raw in the middle. (370F oil, pan fried)

      Reply
    41. Leslie says

      May 23, 2019 at 3:39 pm

      Well I’m gunna try this recipe and see if my daycare kids like em lol I’m sure they will I’m looking forward to trying these this afternoon

      Reply
    42. Mimi says

      June 21, 2019 at 8:48 pm

      5 stars
      I just made these today and they are DELICIOUS! I used a cookie scooper so I dont have to use two spoon to drop it in the fryer. I also used almond milk instead of milk and they came out really yummy. I skip the sugar for the cinnamon sugar mix to not have too much sweetness. I am making these again when I finish this batch!

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      • Colleen says

        July 9, 2019 at 11:31 pm

        Love hearing this! It’s been a few months since I have made them…Going to have to stat!

        Reply
        • Linda Jackson says

          May 21, 2020 at 11:45 pm

          Today I used store brand Walmart no sugar added apple pie filling in thi s recipe. It is preseasoned and did not require extra cinnamon or anything. I think they are quite good. I fried them and did not glaze. Just sifted a light dusting of powdered sugar. Yummy

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          • Colleen says

            May 22, 2020 at 1:16 am

            Oh wow, apple pie filling. Good to know that worked Linda, thanks for the update!

            Reply
    43. Jasmine H. says

      June 26, 2019 at 8:01 pm

      5 stars
      It was delicious!!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        July 9, 2019 at 11:15 pm

        Great!

        Reply
    44. Patricia A Fleming says

      July 22, 2019 at 11:25 pm

      4 stars
      I am making these now! I have a bag of apples and in a baking mood! …plus, I love fritters! using half oat flour for added healthiness and suggestions for a tad more milk and more cinnamon please!

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      • Colleen says

        August 5, 2019 at 12:35 pm

        How did they turn out with oat flour? I have no experience using that as an ingredient.

        Reply
    45. ruby says

      September 17, 2019 at 9:55 pm

      So,new at this and I used pie filling instead of apples. Big mistake, the sadist things you ave ever seen. Guess I will stick to paying $5.00 for four at the store. Bummer.

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      • Colleen says

        September 24, 2019 at 1:09 am

        Oh no, lol! Maybe try again with fresh apples! You can do it!

        Reply
    46. Iz says

      September 26, 2019 at 1:08 am

      No milk so I used 1/2 almond milk and 1/2 homemade apple cider for the liquid. I doubled the recipe as 3 apples made about 4 cups of chopped apples. They are easy to make and excellent! Now I know what I’m going to do with all the apples I still have on the trees. 🙂

      Can’t seem to get the stars to update, I’ll give it a 5!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        September 30, 2019 at 5:28 pm

        Rockstar!! Great improvisations!

        Reply
        • Barbara Correa says

          October 24, 2021 at 11:10 pm

          Delicious! Simple and quick. I adjusted the sugar to 1/3 cup. It was perfect! Thanks for sharing this recipe ☺️

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          • Colleen says

            October 31, 2021 at 10:42 am

            Great to hear Barbara! Thanks for the feedback!

            Reply
    47. Janice Langjan says

      October 5, 2019 at 5:39 pm

      My Mom was as a good cook. She made many things
      I’d like to tell you, my husband and I made the easy ones. They were easy and O did they taste good.
      Thanks, they turned out good.
      Bob and Janice Langjan, Valdosta Ga

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      • Colleen says

        October 20, 2019 at 8:49 pm

        Fantastic! Glad to hear it!

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    48. Nicole Clifton says

      October 21, 2019 at 7:48 pm

      Can you use gluten free flour instead of all purpose? Thanks!

      Reply
    49. Colleen Mullaly says

      November 3, 2019 at 12:52 pm

      5 stars
      A hit! Key is timing them while you fry and cook for 3 minutes. The last batch I got lazy and guessed and they were underdone. Also use a thermometer to keep an eye on the oil , mine were not greasy at all. Thanks!!!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        November 4, 2019 at 3:30 pm

        Fantastic, Great to hear Colleen!

        Reply
    50. Colleen says

      November 4, 2019 at 3:38 pm

      Either the oil needed to be hotter or deeper or they may have needed another 30 seconds or so. OR maybe made a little smaller. Hard to tell.

      Reply
    51. Jenny Burch says

      November 12, 2019 at 1:58 pm

      Could you do these in the air fryer? If so what temperature and time?

      Reply
      • Julie says

        September 15, 2020 at 9:39 pm

        I didn’t initially do these in the air dryer but I did reheat them in it. I put it at 400 for about 5 minutes.

        Reply
      • Tee Ashe says

        October 17, 2020 at 2:00 pm

        I made it to the LETTER..AMAZEBALLS. Good pl Country breakfast..Fried chicken and Fritters..YUMMMYYY💋

        Reply
        • Colleen says

          October 20, 2020 at 10:09 pm

          Awesome! And now I need fried chicken! That is something I need to perfect!

          Reply
    52. Jason Freeman says

      November 24, 2019 at 2:31 am

      Closest yet to a donut shop fritter I’ve made. I had to use a bit more milk to make the icing the proper consistency. I used Arkansas Black apples and stirred a tablespoon of lemon juice into them and allowed ten minutes to absorb before stirring in the cinnamon sugar mix. Other than that I followed the recipe. No discussion on who wanted the last one; it was just gone.

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      • Colleen says

        November 25, 2019 at 4:39 pm

        I love it! Thanks for the feedback Jason!! I have never had the opportunity to try that variety of apple. One day!

        Reply
    53. Susan says

      December 14, 2019 at 2:22 pm

      Would these cook ok in a Fry Daddy, thank So!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        December 19, 2019 at 2:18 pm

        Hi Susan. Yes!! I have cooked them in a Cool Daddy a number of times. Same difference 🙂

        Reply
    54. Julie Preston says

      December 31, 2019 at 4:49 pm

      5 stars
      Found this recipe thru a Pinterest post. It’s great as-is! Thanks – the kids will be surprised when they wake. What a treat! Happy New Year!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        January 3, 2020 at 12:56 am

        I hope they enjoyed them Julie! Happy 2020!

        Reply
    55. Debi says

      January 30, 2020 at 11:01 pm

      5 stars
      Maked with bananas and pineapple chunks and dusted with powdered sugar
      They are awesome 👍😊

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        February 19, 2020 at 1:13 am

        Oh Yummmm!

        Reply
    56. Allison H Miller says

      March 12, 2020 at 11:11 pm

      5 stars
      This was a perfect recipe and easy! I did use sour cream mixed with a little water instead of milk and my word these were so crispy on outside but soft in center. Thank you for sharing your awesome recipe! Family loves it!

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      • Colleen says

        March 16, 2020 at 3:08 pm

        Good to know Allison, especially if someone does not have milk on-hand. TY!

        Reply
    57. Cindy Hostetler says

      March 20, 2020 at 2:15 am

      I made these today about an hour before I served them . Next time I will
      fry closer to serving time because they were quite soft. But, they were very good and I ate too many! Hubby lives them and commented how yummy they were. We live as missionaries in South Africa and
      They were better
      Than any donut we can purchase here compared to USA donuts or
      Fritters!

      Reply
    58. Lois Kindrick says

      April 7, 2020 at 12:09 am

      5 stars
      Very good apple fritters, I made them with apple pie filling but took the apples out of the filling and sliced them smaller, very delicious!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        April 7, 2020 at 1:19 pm

        Thanks Lois! Great to know it worked with apple pie filling!

        Reply
    59. Diana says

      April 21, 2020 at 2:17 am

      5 stars
      does it matter what type of oil you use

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        April 21, 2020 at 8:42 pm

        I use vegetable oil and it works fine. It is not as expensive as fancier oils and its flavorless.

        Reply
    60. Roelien Parkin says

      May 6, 2020 at 8:52 pm

      I added a bit more milk and 1/2 cup of cocoa flour and turned them into choc fritters… it worked a treat! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        May 7, 2020 at 1:44 pm

        LOVE that!! I’ll have to try it. Thanks Roelien!

        Reply
    61. Karyn says

      May 27, 2020 at 5:34 pm

      Divine and simple! Thankfully it doesnt make a huge batch…lol! Would be great for entertaining…quick and yummy!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        May 31, 2020 at 3:01 pm

        Yes, I like that its just enough for 4…no temptation for too many lol!

        Reply
    62. Anuradha says

      June 25, 2020 at 3:16 pm

      It did not come out runny at all if anything it was too dry! I had to add more milk .how much liquid does one egg make cause I used an egg replacer maybe that’s why?

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      • Colleen says

        June 25, 2020 at 6:05 pm

        Hi Anuradha, I am not sure about egg replacement since I myself have never tried that or to make the fritters without egg. The fritters do not come out dry, so maybe that was it?

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    63. Lupe Marsden says

      August 7, 2020 at 5:37 am

      We stopped going out to eat with the pandemic and getting donuts on Sundays was a family tradition. This recipe is our new family’s Sunday tradition. My son says they are better than the donut shop!

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      • Colleen says

        August 7, 2020 at 4:42 pm

        THAT makes me so happy to hear!! Stay safe and well Lupe xoxo

        Reply
    64. Kirstin says

      September 6, 2020 at 4:39 pm

      Ok, so I messed up & tried to make them too big when frying. They looked great on the outside, but we’re uncooked on the inside. I noticed AFTER icing them when I broke one apart. DON’T make them too big! However, I broke them all apart & popped them back into the still-hot oil. Guess what? The inside cooked perfectly, and the outside now had a slightly crispy sweet-fried texture. Oh. My. Goodness!!!! Yum!

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      • Colleen says

        September 10, 2020 at 1:36 pm

        Great you quickly adapted and fixed them! Thanks for sharing your experience Kristin!

        Reply
    65. Mailee James says

      September 8, 2020 at 4:48 am

      Can’t wait to try this recipe. I love fritters. Does this recipe work with other fruit such as cherries. Or peaches??

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        September 10, 2020 at 1:35 pm

        Hi Mailee and yes, you can adapt this. Also on my website I have a recipe for Peach Fritters and Blueberry Fritters. Little changes make it work with just about any harder fruit. Here is the peach – https://soufflebombay.com/easy-peach-fritters/ and here is the blueberry – https://soufflebombay.com/easy-homemade-blueberry-fritters/ Have fun making and tasting!

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    66. Julie says

      September 15, 2020 at 9:42 pm

      5 stars
      Yum yum!!!! So easy and fast. And sooooooo good! These will be added to my regular rotation. I rolled mine in cinnamon sugar.

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        September 21, 2020 at 5:10 pm

        Great to hear it Julie, now I want some!

        Reply
    67. Franca says

      October 10, 2020 at 2:38 pm

      Can I make the dough ahead of time and then fry a few hours later.

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        November 16, 2020 at 7:44 pm

        That should be fine!

        Reply
    68. Jan says

      October 20, 2020 at 3:09 am

      Thank you so very much for posting this. Every fruit pie recipe. All I found was to bake them. My grandmother made them all the time and they were kept in the pie safe. Which was always filled with different pies ,cakes and these fried fruit pies. She probably never heard of cake flour all her cakes and pies were made with the same flour that she made those delicious biscuits 3 times a day. Oh and my grandmother never used milk or butter. It was not allowed in her house. You never tasted better baked goods then she put out. I use pure butter,milk,buttermilk and cream cheese and it still pales in comparison. Again thanks

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        October 20, 2020 at 10:08 pm

        You are very welcome! So glad you enjoyed these and great story!

        Reply
    69. Rose says

      November 25, 2020 at 5:43 pm

      My husband loves his Apple Fritters, and he just had his 3rd one. First time I made Apple Fritters, and they were delicious. I did add a little more more milk to the dough, and used golden delicious apples. An apple and a half made exactly 1 1/2 cups chopped. I also used an Ice cream scoop, but only filled it half full. These fritters weren’t as much trouble to make as I thought they would be, so I will definitely be making them again.
      Thanks for a great recipe!

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      • Colleen says

        November 25, 2020 at 8:46 pm

        Great to hear! They are finger-licking-good for sure & easy!

        Reply
    70. Rose says

      November 25, 2020 at 5:47 pm

      5 stars
      Forgot to leave a rating

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        November 25, 2020 at 8:45 pm

        Thanks Rose!

        Reply
    71. Matt says

      December 6, 2020 at 5:02 am

      5 stars
      Can’t wait to try!!! Sounds delicious!! Wonder if I can get the crispy part!

      Reply
    72. Linda says

      January 14, 2021 at 9:09 pm

      Thank you for sharing your great information. I read your blog daily . It give me so much knowledge and ideas.

      Reply
    73. Colleen says

      February 2, 2021 at 12:45 pm

      I am not familiar with the tube stuff. The canned would make the batter too wet I would think, unless you can strain the liquid part away. Let me know if it works.

      Reply
    74. Colleen says

      April 5, 2021 at 1:50 pm

      I do not think they would be great if frozen. Really meant to be enjoyed as you cook them.

      Reply
    75. Angel says

      September 13, 2021 at 4:21 pm

      Wow These are the cutest!! I’m forwarding this recipe on to all my preschool teacher friends. Adorable!

      Reply
    76. C Bushby says

      October 3, 2021 at 5:52 pm

      AMAZING!!! Never tried deep frying anything before and these are so quick to make start to finish… easy and SOOO delicious. Will definitely be making again … and again

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        October 4, 2021 at 12:46 pm

        So great to hear that!!

        Reply
    77. Cherry says

      November 6, 2021 at 11:00 am

      5 stars
      My first time making apple fritters and it was a huge success!!! I doubled the recipe and had no problems. I deep fried them in a pot and once I fiddled with the heat til it was right it was off to the races! My dad said he is putting in an order for 5,000 lol. Everyone loves them. Thanks for the recipe!!!

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        November 12, 2021 at 12:59 pm

        Awww, love it! And so glad you dad enjoyed!! Food=love in my world 🙂

        Reply
    78. Maria says

      February 19, 2022 at 7:51 am

      Totally new at this! What kind of oil do you buy for frying? Vegetable?
      Should I buy a fryer if I don’t want oil all over my stove?

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        February 23, 2022 at 10:46 am

        Yes, vegetable oil. If you are a first time fryer, using a fryer is a good idea (then you can make all sorts of fritters…calamari, coconut shrimp, donuts and more). They are just easy. I love the Presto Cool Daddy, even my kids could use it as tweens. Good luck!

        Reply

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