Description
These Honeycrisp Apple Fritters with Lemon Glaze are the ultimate fall treat—crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, and bursting with juicy apple chunks. A tangy lemon glaze adds brightness, balancing the warm spices and sweetness in every bite. Perfect for cozy mornings, brunch, or dessert.
Ingredients
For the Apple Fritters:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
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1/2 tsp nutmeg
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2 large eggs
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3/4 cup whole milk
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 1/2 cups peeled and diced Honeycrisp apples
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Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Lemon Glaze:
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1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tbsp milk
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1 tsp lemon zest (optional for extra zing)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
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Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
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Gently fold in the diced apples.
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Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
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Scoop ¼ cup portions of batter and carefully drop into the hot oil.
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Fry 2–3 fritters at a time, flipping once, for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
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Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack lined with paper towels.
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For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, milk, and lemon zest until smooth.
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Drizzle generously over warm fritters. Serve immediately.
Notes
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Best served fresh while warm and crispy.
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You can use a thermometer to keep the oil temperature steady for even frying.
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Add more zest or juice to the glaze for a punchier lemon flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Brunch
- Method: Deep-Frying
- Cuisine: American
