Easy Apple Fritters
These easy apple fritters are made with blended apple and yogurt for a soft, smooth center and lightly crisp edges. No yeast needed, quick to prepare, and coated in sugar while warm.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 125 g plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 350 g all-purpose flour
- 6 g baking powder
- 1 large apple or 3 small apples peeled and chopped
- Granulated sugar for coating
Instructions
- Peel and chop the apple, then blend it in a food processor until completely smooth.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ½ cup (125 g) plain yogurt until well combined. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and mix again.
- Add 2¾ cups (350 g) all-purpose flour and 1½ teaspoons (6 g) baking powder, then fold gently until a thick, smooth batter forms. Add the blended apple and fold until evenly combined.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag. Heat oil in a frying pan to 350°F / 175°C.
- Pipe small portions of batter into the hot oil, cutting them off with scissors. Fry for about 4 minutes, turning as needed, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- While still warm, roll the fritters in granulated sugar until fully coated. Serve immediately while warm and crisp.
Notes
Use a Smooth Apple Paste: I like the apple blended very fine because it spreads through the batter and gives every bite a gentle apple flavor.
Watch the Batter Texture: The batter should be thick enough to hold its shape when piped. If it feels too loose, let it rest for a few minutes before frying.
Fry in Small Batches: I avoid crowding the pan because too many fritters at once can lower the oil temperature and make them less crisp.
Best Right After Frying: These taste best warm, but leftovers can be reheated in an air fryer or oven for a few minutes to freshen the outside.
Nutrition
Calories: 42kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.4mg
