Best Air Fryer Apple Fritters Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade apple fritters with this Best Air Fryer Apple Fritters Recipe. These golden, crispy treats are reminiscent of county fairs and family gatherings, yet they come together quickly in just 30 minutes. The air fryer ensures a guilt-free indulgence by significantly reducing oil usage while delivering a fluffy interior and crispy exterior. Perfect as a snack, dessert, or breakfast treat, you can enjoy them warm or topped with icing for an extra sweet touch. With easy cleanup and versatile serving options, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups plain flour
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1½ teaspoons cinnamon powder
- ⅓ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla essence
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted (unsalted)
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 1 cup icing sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted (unsalted)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, vanilla essence, lemon juice, and melted butter. Combine with dry ingredients until just mixed; fold in chopped apples.
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Portion batter onto parchment-lined air fryer basket; flatten slightly.
- Cook for about 10 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- For icing, whisk together icing sugar, milk, vanilla essence, and melted butter until smooth.
- Allow fritters to cool slightly before drizzling with icing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (approx. 45g)
- Calories: 169
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 52mg