Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fritters
Delicious and easy-to-make apple fritters that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, all made in the air fryer without the mess of traditional frying.
Ingredients
For the Fritters
- 2 medium medium apples, peeled and diced small Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are ideal for texture and flavor.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- a pinch salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 6-8 tablespoons milk, as needed for a thick batter Add as necessary to achieve the right consistency.
- spray oil for the basket
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons milk Use to achieve desired glaze consistency.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla or a squeeze of lemon juice For flavoring the glaze.
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel the apples and cut them into a small dice, about pea size. Toss with a teaspoon of sugar and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired. Set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, vanilla extract, melted butter, and 6 tablespoons of milk. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently.
- Fold in the diced apples. The batter should hold the apple pieces but not drown them. Adjust with more milk or flour as necessary.
Cooking
- Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C) for 3 minutes and lightly mist the basket with spray oil.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the basket, ensuring they are spaced apart. Mist the tops lightly with oil.
- Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, flip gently, and continue cooking for another 5 to 7 minutes until deep golden and firm in the center. Transfer cooked fritters to a wire rack.
- Glaze while warm.
Glazing
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until you achieve the desired consistency for the glaze.
- Spoon the glaze over the fritters placed over parchment paper and let it set for 10 to 15 minutes.
Notes
Keep the apple dice chilled if the kitchen is warm. Do not overcrowd in the air fryer to ensure proper cooking. Ideal for serving warm. Can chill unglazed fritters in the refrigerator and reheat for serving.