Enjoy these delightful, doughnut-style fritters bursting with apple and fragrant cardamom. They’re a perfect treat for any time of day.
Author:Jun Spoon
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:12-15 fritters
Category:Dessert
Method:Frying
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
3/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large apple, peeled, cored, and diced
Vegetable oil, for frying
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cardamom, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in the diced apple.
Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack set over paper towels to drain.
Dust generously with powdered sugar while still warm.
Notes
For best results, use a firm apple variety like Honeycrisp or Fuji.
Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for even cooking.
You can add a pinch of cinnamon to the batter for extra warmth.