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Golden brown apple fritter bites on a white plate dusted with cinnamon sugar, small apple pieces visible in a fluffy batter, a light maple glaze drizzle, warm autumn lighting on a rustic wooden board.

Easy Apple Fritter Bites in 15 Minutes

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Crispy, cinnamon-scented apple fritter bites that come together in about 15 minutes. Sweet apples folded into a fluffy batter, fried until golden, then finished with a light maple glaze. Perfect as a quick snack, lunchbox treat, or party bite.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bites 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium apple, peeled and finely diced
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp melted butter or vegetable oil
  • Oil for frying
  • Optional: powdered sugar or maple glaze for finishing

Instructions

  1. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. Whisk milk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.
  3. Stir wet ingredients into dry just until combined.
  4. Fold in diced apples.
  5. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pan.
  6. Scoop batter into small portions and fry until golden, 2–3 minutes per side.
  7. Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with maple glaze.

Notes

  • Keep batter thick enough to hold its shape for crisp fritters.
  • Yes, you can bake at 425°F for 12–14 minutes for a lighter version.
  • Serve warm for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 bites
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 60 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 23 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 25 mg
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