Southern Peach Fritters
These Southern Peach Fritters are a true taste of comfort and nostalgia. Sweet, juicy peaches are folded into a lightly spiced batter, then fried until golden and crisp on the outside while staying soft and fluffy inside. Finished with a simple vanilla glaze or a dusting of powdered sugar, these fritters are perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or afternoon tea—especially during peach season, though canned or frozen peaches work beautifully too.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Rest Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Total Time: 30–35 minutes
Servings: 10–12 fritters
Ingredients
Fritters
1½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
¼ tsp salt
2 large eggs
½ cup milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp melted butter
1½ cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced
(or canned peaches, well-drained)
Vegetable oil, for frying
Optional Vanilla Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tbsp milk
½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and melted butter.
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir just until combined (do not overmix).
Gently fold in diced peaches.
Heat the Oil
Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep skillet or pot to 175°C / 350°F.
Maintain steady temperature for even frying.
Fry the Fritters
Drop 2–3 tablespoons of batter into the hot oil per fritter.
Fry 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Glaze or Dust
For glaze: whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth, then drizzle over warm fritters.
Or simply dust with powdered sugar.
Pro Tips
Pat peaches dry to prevent soggy batter.
Keep oil temperature steady—too hot browns outside too fast.
Add a pinch of ginger for extra warmth.
Best enjoyed warm the same day.
Serving Ideas
Serve with coffee or sweet tea
Pair with vanilla ice cream for dessert
Drizzle with honey or maple syrup
Final Thoughts
These Southern Peach Fritters are crispy, fluffy, and bursting with fruity sweetness in every bite. Simple ingredients, classic Southern flavor, and guaranteed smiles—this is comfort food at its best.