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Air Fryer Apple Fritters

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Make delicious, bakery-style apple fritters in your air fryer with this quick and easy recipe. Enjoy a crispy exterior and tender, apple-filled interior, finished with a simple cinnamon glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and diced
  • Cooking spray or oil for air fryer basket
  • For the Glaze:
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Gently fold in the diced apple.
  5. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper or a liner, if desired, for easier cleanup.
  6. Lightly spray the parchment paper or the fritter batter with cooking spray. Drop rounded tablespoons of the batter into the preheated air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd. You may need to cook in batches. Aim for about 3-4 fritters per batch.
  7. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through. The exact time will depend on your air fryer model and the size of the fritters.
  8. While the fritters are cooking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of milk, and cinnamon until smooth. Add more milk, a teaspoon at a time, if needed to reach your desired drizzling consistency.
  9. Once the fritters are done, remove them from the air fryer and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
  10. Drizzle the cinnamon glaze over the warm fritters.

Notes

  • For best results, use an apple variety that holds its shape when cooked, such as Honeycrisp or Fuji.
  • If you don’t have parchment paper liners, lightly grease your air fryer basket to prevent sticking.
  • Check the fritters at the 7-minute mark to gauge their doneness and adjust cooking time as needed.
  • The glaze can be adjusted to your preference; add more cinnamon for a stronger flavor or more milk for a thinner glaze.
  • These fritters are best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat briefly in the air fryer or toaster oven for best texture.

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