Crispy on the outside, tender and spiced within these apple fritter bites are pure comfort in a single bite. Each golden nugget is packed with juicy apple chunks and warm cinnamon, then finished with a silky caramel drizzle for the ultimate indulgence.
Perfect with a hot drink or as a crowd-pleasing dessert, they’re the ideal sweet treat when you’re craving something nostalgic and homemade.
Ingredients
For the Fritter Bites:
- 2 medium apples, peeled and finely diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup plain flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Cinnamon Sugar (optional):
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
For the Caramel Drizzle:
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp milk or cream
- Pinch of salt
🔪 Method
- Make the batter: In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and sugar. In another bowl, beat the egg, milk, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in diced apples.
- Fry the fritters: Heat oil in a deep skillet or saucepan to 170–175°C (340–350°F). Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil and fry for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
- Optional coating: While warm, roll fritters in cinnamon sugar for extra crunch and sweetness.
- Make caramel drizzle: In a small saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar together. Stir in milk and a pinch of salt. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Serve: Drizzle warm caramel sauce over fritter bites and enjoy immediately.
🍽️ Chef’s Tips
- For chunkier texture, don’t overmix the batter once apples are added.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
- These are best served warm, but can be reheated in an oven or air fryer.
- Store leftover caramel in the fridge—reheat gently before using.
🧮 Nutritional Info
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Calories: 90 per bite (approx.)
- Servings: 12–15 bites