Quick Apple Cake Fritters: A No-Oven Dessert
Ingredients
- Apple: 1, peeled and finely chopped
- Egg: 1 large
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons (25g)
- Oil: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
- Flour: Approximately 2 3/4 cups (340g)
- Salt: A pinch
- Milk: 3/4 cup (180ml)
- Instant Baking Powder: 2 teaspoons
- Vegetable Oil: For frying
- Sugar and Cinnamon: For decorating
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4
- Calories per Serving: 320 kcal
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 15g
Instructions
1. Peeling and Cutting the Apple
- Prepare the Apple:
- Start by peeling the apple and cutting it into fine pieces. Try to keep the apple slices evenly sized for consistent cooking and texture.
2. Preparing the Batter
- Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the egg, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of oil until the mixture is smooth and consistent.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add approximately 2 3/4 cups of flour, a pinch of salt, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 3/4 cup of milk to the egg mixture. Alternate between adding dry and wet ingredients, mixing continuously to form a smooth, lump-free batter.
3. Frying the Apple Slices
- Coat the Apples:
- Dip each piece of chopped apple into the batter, ensuring they are thoroughly coated.
- Fry the Fritters:
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the battered apple slices to the pan.
- Fry the fritters until they are golden brown on both sides, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes per side. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan.
4. Drizzling with Sugar and Cinnamon
- Drain Excess Oil:
- Once fried, remove the apple fritters from the pan and place them on paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Add the Finishing Touch:
- In a small bowl, mix some sugar with cinnamon to taste. While the fritters are still warm, sprinkle them generously with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
5. Serve and Enjoy
- Serve:
- Serve the apple fritters warm. They’re delicious on their own or paired with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Conclusion
These Quick Apple Cake Fritters are an easy and delightful dessert that can be made in minutes with just a few simple ingredients. The combination of crispy golden batter, tender apple slices, and a cinnamon-sugar topping makes these fritters irresistible. Enjoy them as a quick snack or a sweet treat after a meal!