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Crispy air fryer apple fritters served on a plate with cinnamon sugar

Air Fryer Apple Fritters

Enjoy the delightful taste of nostalgia with these crispy, golden apple fritters, bursting with tender apple pieces and topped with a sweet glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 6 fritters
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces apples (cored and diced) Choose crisp and juicy apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Provides structure for light and airy fritters.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Adds a touch of sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the dough rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Infuses a warm spice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Adds sweetness and depth.
  • 1/3 cup milk Provides moisture for the batter.
  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted) Adds a rich finish.
  • 1 piece egg Binds ingredients together.
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice Brightens the flavors.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup confectioners sugar Creates a sweet topping.
  • 2 tablespoons milk Adjusts consistency for the glaze.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Matches the fritters' spice.
  • pinch salt Balances sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Core and dice the apples into small cubes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, egg, and lemon juice.
  4. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in the diced apples.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for 5 minutes to 2 days.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 370°F (188°C).
  2. Scoop the apple fritter mixture into 2-tablespoon balls and place them in the air fryer basket, spaced apart.
  3. Cook fritters in the air fryer for 6-7 minutes until golden brown.
Glazing and Serving
  1. While fritters cook, whisk together confectioners sugar, milk, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt for the glaze.
  2. Transfer cooked fritters to a wire rack and pour the glaze over them while warm.
  3. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a crunchier texture, toss diced apples in flour before adding to the mixture. Experiment with adding nuts for added texture.