How to Make Delicious Fried Apple Fritters

Are you looking for a recipe to make delicious fried apple fritters to satisfy your sweet tooth?

Delicious fried apple fritters are a perfect treat that are wonderful to eat in moderation. I will warn you that eating just one of these delicious fried apple fritters will be extremely difficult. But the damage is very minor. Trust me.

Because making and enjoying these fritters in moderation results in pure satisfaction. They are so good. And apple-icious. So, while apples are in season, why not enjoy some guilty pleasure comfort fritters you can make yourself. 

So, here's what you need to make and enjoy delicious fried apple fritters.

delicious fried apple fritters

What You Need

  • Oil for deep - frying (I use Canola Oil)
  • Deep fryer
  • 1 ½ Cups All-Purpose Flour
  • A Tablespoon sugar
  • 2 Teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • 2 beaten eggs
  • 1 Tablespoon cooking oil
  • 3 Cups Peeled, Cored, & Chopped Apples
  • Paper Towels

How To Make Delicious Fried Apple Fritters

First of all, you need to fill your deep fryer about half full of oil. Turn your fryer on high and let that oil heat up. It needs to be super hot. 

Next, mix up your ingredients into a medium sized bowl. The end mixture should be nice and smooth with apple chunks in it. Similar to the picture below.

Then, drop medium sized spoonfuls of apple fritter batter into the fryer. Two or three fritters at a time is best. Wait five minutes and then check the fritters. They should be nice and crispy. If not, dunk them back into the oil for another minute or so.

Finally, when the outside of the fritter is crispy and to your liking, carefully remove them from the basket. Place them onto a paper towel. Cover completely with a cinnamon and sugar mixture. And enjoy.

But wait: The cinnamon and sugar mixture is only optional. It's just an extra special way to make the fritters sweeter. You totally do not have to add more sugar - The fritters will still taste delicious. 

delicious fried apple fritters

Growing Apples

So, have you ever thought about growing your own apples? Before you even get started, you need to know that apples require two different varieties in order to produce fruit. And with all the different varieties out there, choosing two or more should not be a difficult task. 

First of all, you need to figure out what varieties of apple trees will grow the best in your area. This can easily be determined by asking your local horticulturalists or County Extension Agents. It's also important to choose varieties that are resistant to certain diseases - to REDUCE the need for pesticides and fungicides. 

Note that I emphasized the word reduce because choosing varieties that are less resistant is only a precaution. It doesn't mean your trees and fruit won't get those diseases. There are new diseases popping up all the time, so it's important to stay up to date on products and technology in case of an emergency.

Whether you are growing conventional or organic apples, you still need to decide on an action plan for caring for your fruit trees in case of a disease or insect outbreak. Have a spray plan in place for emergencies. It is best to spray apples for diseases/insects from late Winter and early spring until about two weeks before harvest time. And it is recommended to spray every two weeks in between. 

All this planning and precaution is important to ensure quality apples for making things like delicious fried apple fritters. 

Seems like quite a bit of work? Maybe you just shouldn't take the time to grow your own apples. Perhaps you could just support someone else's business instead. 

Support A Backyard Business

If you don't have room or the desire to grow your own apples, visit someone else's orchard

For reals, there are apple orchards all over the country making their living growing and selling apples. So, why not support local families who work hard to provide these quality apples and apple products?

After supporting a local apple farm myself, I tried the apple fritters they were serving to their customers. I was hooked immediately, which made me want to make them for myself at home using fresh apples. Of course, not all the time!

It's a special treat when apples are in season. Here are some nutrition facts and exercise tips for justifying the enjoyment of delicious fried apple fritters. 

Apple Fritter Nutrition

I was concerned of the number of calories in these delicious fried apple fritters. So, I searched several sites for an estimated average of calories for one medium fritter. 

After looking around, I've come to the conclusion that one medium fritter is around 300 calories. Not too bad, right? Drink water with them and you're golden. 

And here's some recommendations for burning the guilt of one 300 calorie apple fritter:

  • 34 Minute Jog
  • 25 Minute Swim
  • 40 Minute Bike Ride
  • 78 Minute Power Walk

So, are apple fritters worth the trouble? Absolutely. Just keep in mind that enjoying them in moderation is the key. 

Delicious Fried Apple Fritters

So, Moderation is Key Here

Don't ever feel bad or guilty about eating one (or two) apple fritters. As with anything else, it's totally ok to have them every once in a while. 

And this is completely why you should enjoy produce when it's in season. Because yummies like delicious fried apple fritters should not be enjoyed all the time. But every once in a while. 

So, in the Fall months when apples are in season, it's nice to be able to look forward to some tasty treats. No matter how unhealthy they are. 

Enjoy That Apple Fritter. And Then Get Right Back on Track.

Yes. Eat that delicious apple fritter. Enjoy it slowly and get back onto your routine. 

This is what moderation means. And it's a truly beautiful thing. 

Because the thought of missing out on this delectably delicious farm fresh apple treat is not very fun to think about. 

Delicious Fried Apple Fritters

The Perfect Fall Treat

So, I think we can all agree that these delicious fried apple fritters are a delicious treat. One that should be enjoyed in complete and total moderation. 

And they are really easy and fun to make and enjoy with family and friends this Fall. 

What seasonal treats do you enjoy in the Fall?

~ Much Love ~

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34 Comments

  1. Stephanay Jnote says:

    Moderation is definitely the key. I wonder if I'd eat those in moderation. Sounds like a nice treat.

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      Advice - make a batch and share with others. Don't eat them all yourself. ?

  2. Candy Kage says:

    I don't make these very often because they are just so darn good.

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      Oh my goodness - I know!! I ate way too many when I made them. I definitely got my fill.

  3. Valerie Vanderheiden-Rath says:

    Oh my those sure do look good! I have a feeling that if I made those I probably would eat all of them by myself.

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      I came close to it, Valerie! 🙂 You should definitely make these if you have more than just three people around (That's how many I had) This makes several fritters and they taste the best hot.

  4. I love this fall snack suggestion! I can't wait to try it especially when I have lots of apples after apple picking. The donuts look delicious!

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      Thanks, Jamie. I hope you enjoy them!

  5. Catrina Boettner says:

    These look so good! Can't wait to try them!

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      They are delicious and very addicting. Could work very well for a girls night with friends.

  6. thrifty to nifty says:

    Thanks for sharing a recipe. I enjoy trying new ideas and I have never made an apple fritter. I'll give it a try

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      Go for it! You should definitely try them but have some friends over for this treat. It makes a lot and they taste the best when they are hot and fresh.

  7. Apple fritters are my favourite treat from Tim Hortons! I've never tried to make them myself though, so thanks for sharing this recipe!

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      No problem! I hope you can try them while apples are in season right now. 🙂

  8. Whitney @ Fabulous in Fayette says:

    This looks so tasty! I'm a huge fan of apples and basically anything fried haha!

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      OH, me too! You'll love these. 🙂

  9. Kiara Catanzaro says:

    This recipe sounds and looks so good! And it's perfect for fall.
    With my family visiting this weekend, I will definitely save this recipe

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      I hope you and your family love them, Kiara!

  10. JamieSplendry says:

    My husband would love these! I've never made them before so this looks like a good time to try!

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      My husband loved them. Better than a donut in my opinion. 🙂

  11. I've only ever had apple fritters from the local donut shop in my hometown. I never thought to make my own. Thanks for the recipe, these look SO good!

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      These are very good, Abby! Hope you enjoy them!

  12. Carrie Hardy says:

    Wow, these look amazing and it is something that I have never tried making myself before. Totally agree everything in moderation and these look like the perfect splurge!

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      They are amazing. Enjoy!

  13. Emily Bendler says:

    This looks like such a yummy treat and sooo fall!

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      They are delicious, Emily. Perfect for apple season.

  14. I've never tried frying anything, but I love apple fritters! May get the nerve to try one o' these days, so thank you for the recipe! :D!

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      Definitely!

  15. Corsica Nambiar says:

    I'm so hesitant to try apple stuff but this sounds super good!!

    Corsica | kissesfromcarolina.com

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      These are great if you just want something sweet this Fall.

  16. prettyandfun says:

    These looks deliciously decadent! I just may have to whip up a batch for my "Cheat Day" this weekend...perhaps served with some vanilla ice cream for good measure! Thanks for sharing.

    1. Mindy Young @ Farm Fit Living says:

      Oh man! Yes - we wish we would have had some whipped cream when we had these. Fritters would taste so good with ice cream.

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