Air Fryer Apple Fritter Bites

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These Air Fryer Apple Fritter Bites are a delightful, crispy-on-the-outside, soft-and-fluffy-on-the-inside treat, packed with warm cinnamon-spiced apples. Unlike traditional deep-fried fritters, these air-fried bites are lighter but still deliver the same irresistible flavor. They make a perfect breakfast, snack, or dessert, paired with a sweet glaze or simply dusted with powdered sugar.

Batter Preparation: 10 minutes

Air Frying: 6-8 minutes

Glazing & Cooling: 5 minutes

Total Time: 20-25 minutes

Components:

All-purpose flour (1 1/4 cups) for the Fritter Bites

1/4 cup of sugar, granulated

One teaspoon of baking powder

Half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder

One-fourth teaspoon of nutmeg

One-third cup milk and 1/4 teaspoon salt

One huge egg

One teaspoon of vanilla extract

One tablespoon of melted butter

One cup of finely chopped apples (approximately one medium apple, peeled and cored)

Oil made from vegetables for frying

Regarding the Glaze:

One cup of powdered sugar

Two to three teaspoons of milk

Half a teaspoon of vanilla extract

Directions:

Mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a medium-sized bowl.

Whisk the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter in a separate basin.

Mix just until mixed after adding the wet components gradually to the dry ingredients.

Add the diced apples and fold.

In a big skillet or saucepan, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

Drop dollops of batter into the hot oil using a spoon or tiny cookie scoop, and fry in batches.

Nutrition Facts (Per 1 fritter, approx.)

Calories: 120

Carbohydrates: 19g

Protein: 2g

Fat: 4g

Sugar: 8g

Fiber: 1g

These Apple Fritter Bites are a perfect bite-sized treat with just the right amount of sweetness and spice—without the extra oil from deep frying!