Air Fryer Apple Fritters
Air Fryer Apple Fritters are a delightful autumn-inspired treat combining soft, pillowy dough with juicy apple chunks and warm spices. Air-fried to golden perfection, these guilt-free fritters can be topped with a sweet glaze or enjoyed as they are. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation process, you’ll have a delicious batch ready to impress family and friends in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 fritters 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup milk (whole or non-dairy)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup diced apples (Fuji or Honeycrisp preferred)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the apples by peeling, coring, and chopping them into small cubes. Set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients until just mixed; fold in the chopped apples.
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Line the basket with parchment paper or lightly coat it with cooking spray.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
- Serve warm with a drizzle of glaze if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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