Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade air fryer apple fritters, perfect for any occasion. These warm, crispy treats are reminiscent of county fair favorites but with a healthier twist, thanks to the air fryer cooking method that reduces oil without sacrificing taste. Ready in just 30 minutes, they make an excellent dessert or snack and are sure to impress family and friends. With a sweet glaze drizzled on top, these apple fritters are not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your preferences. Gather your loved ones for a fun cooking experience and enjoy these delicious bites that everyone will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups plain flour
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1½ teaspoons cinnamon powder
- ⅓ cup full-fat milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla essence
- 2 tablespoons melted butter, unsalted
- 2 medium apples, chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk together wet ingredients: milk, eggs, vanilla essence, lemon juice, and melted butter.
- Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined; gently fold in chopped apples.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Shape batter into round fritters using a spoon or spatula.
- Cook fritters in a single layer in the air fryer for about 12-15 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking icing sugar with milk and vanilla essence until smooth.
- Drizzle glaze over warm fritters before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 182
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 54mg