Here’s a cozy, bakery-style Amish Apple Fritters recipe—crispy on the outside, soft and apple-filled inside, with a sweet glaze:
🍎 Amish Apple Fritters
🧾 Ingredients
For the fritters:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups apples (peeled & diced)
For frying:
- Oil (vegetable or canola)
For glaze:
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the batter
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Fold in diced apples.
2. Heat oil
- Heat oil in a deep pan to about 175°C (350°F).
3. Fry fritters
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil.
- Fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
4. Make glaze
- Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
5. Glaze & serve
- Drizzle glaze over warm fritters or dip them for full coating.
🍽️ What They’re Like
- Crispy edges with soft, fluffy centers
- Sweet apples in every bite
- Lightly spiced with cinnamon
⭐ Tips
- Use tart apples (like Granny Smith) for best flavor balance.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying.
- Serve warm—they’re best fresh!
If you want, I can also give you:
- A baked (healthier) version
- A no-yeast old-fashioned style
- Or a glazed donut-style apple fritter 🍩