Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large apple (e.g., Honeycrisp or Gala), peeled, cored, and finely diced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla powder
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and ground cinnamon until well combined. Set aside.
- Step 2: In a separate small bowl, whisk the egg, milk, and vanilla bean paste until thoroughly combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the finely diced apple.
- Step 3: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Step 4: Drop spoonfuls (about 2 tablespoons each) of the apple fritter batter into the prepared air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Step 5: Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping the fritters halfway through, until they are golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with any remaining batter.
- Step 6: Serve the apple fritters warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with a simple glaze.
Notes
- For best enjoyment, savor these fritters fresh, but leftovers can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Bring leftover fritters back to their golden glory by reheating them in your air fryer at 300°F (150°C) for 3-5 minutes, or in a toaster oven, until warmed through and slightly crisp.
- Elevate your fritter experience by serving them warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream, a dollop of fresh whipped cream, or a rich caramel drizzle alongside the suggested powdered sugar.
- For truly juicy and evenly cooked fritters, stick to finely dicing your apple; this ensures every bite gets a delightful apple burst without making the fritters soggy or unevenly cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 25g