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Air Fryer Apple Fritters Recipe

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4.6 from 81 reviews
  • Author: Zoe
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 8 fritters 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Air Fryer Apple Fritters are a delightful and easy-to-make treat featuring tender apple pieces enveloped in a spiced batter, cooked to golden perfection using an air fryer. Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft inside, they make a healthier alternative to traditionally fried fritters, dusted with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness.

Ingredients

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Fritters

  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and dice the apples into small pieces to ensure they cook evenly and mix well with the batter.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg for the flavorful base of the fritter batter.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract to create the wet mixture.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing and maintain a tender texture.
  5. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C), allowing it to reach the proper temperature for even cooking—this typically takes about 5 minutes.
  6. Form Fritters: Drop spoonfuls of the batter with diced apples into the air fryer basket, spacing them out to allow hot air circulation and prevent sticking.
  7. Air Fry: Cook the fritters for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to achieve an even golden-brown color on both sides.
  8. Finish and Serve: Once cooked and crispy, remove the fritters and dust generously with powdered sugar before serving warm for best flavor.

Notes

  • Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the fritters light and fluffy.
  • Spacing the fritters apart in the air fryer basket is crucial to ensure they cook evenly and crisp up nicely.
  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and tang.
  • The powdered sugar can be substituted with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if preferred.
  • These fritters are best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in the air fryer.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: apple fritters, air fryer desserts, quick apple recipe, healthy apple fritters, air fryer recipes

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