Description
These Salted Honeycrisp Fritters are the ultimate cozy treat—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, packed with sweet apple chunks and topped with a luscious vanilla glaze and a pinch of flaked sea salt. Perfect for fall mornings, brunch spreads, or anytime comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
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Fritters
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of freshly ground nutmeg
- 2/3 cup milk
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups peeled and chopped Honeycrisp apples
- Vegetable or canola oil, for frying
Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk (plus more as needed)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Flaked sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Heat several inches of oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat until it reaches 350°F. Line a plate with paper towels for draining.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in the chopped apples.
- Drop 1/4-cup portions of batter into the hot oil (1–2 at a time) and fry for 3–4 minutes, flipping once or twice, until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and place on the paper towels to drain. Repeat with the remaining batter.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Add more milk 1 tsp at a time if too thick.
- Once fritters are slightly cool, dip each one in glaze and place on parchment paper. Immediately sprinkle with flaked sea salt.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Use firm, tart-sweet apples like Honeycrisp or Pink Lady for best texture.
- Fritters are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in a toaster oven to revive crispiness.
- Add a dash of maple extract to the glaze for an extra autumnal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg