Pan-Fried Cinnamon Apple Fritters

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Golden pan-fried fritters bursting with cinnamon-spiced apples, served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 6 American cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt until combined.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, beat 3/4 cup milk, 1 large egg, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth. Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir gently until just combined.
  3. Step 3: Fold in 1 cup peeled, diced apple carefully to avoid overmixing.
  4. Step 4: Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  5. Step 5: Drop 1/4 cup portions of batter into the skillet, flattening slightly with a spatula. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, adjusting heat as needed.
  6. Step 6: Transfer fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm with a light dusting of powdered sugar.

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