Description
Crispy, golden-brown apple rings dipped in a cinnamon-spiced batter and fried to perfection, then coated with a sweet cinnamon sugar mix. This quick and easy fall dessert captures the cozy flavors of the season and is perfect for serving warm with caramel sauce or powdered sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples
- 2 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Frying and Coating
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar (for coating, or more to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Core the apples and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rings. If you don’t have an apple corer, carefully remove the core with a knife and then cut the apples into rings.
- Dry the apple rings: Pat the apple rings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which will help the batter stick better and prevent splattering during frying.
- Make the batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour in the milk, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and whisk until the batter is smooth and uniformly mixed.
- Heat the oil: In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Test the oil by dipping the edge of an apple ring into it—if it sizzles immediately, the oil is ready for frying.
- Fry the apple rings: Dip each apple ring into the batter, ensuring it is coated evenly. Carefully place the battered ring into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Cook until golden: Fry each ring for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they become golden brown and crispy. Remove them from the oil using a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Coat with cinnamon sugar: While the apple rings are still warm, gently toss them in a bowl with cinnamon sugar for a sweet, flavorful coating.
- Serve: Serve the apple rings warm. Optionally, drizzle with caramel sauce or dust with powdered sugar for an extra indulgent treat. Enjoy immediately for best texture and taste.
Notes
- Use a firm apple variety like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for a tart flavor and firm texture.
- Make sure to pat the apple rings dry well to ensure the batter sticks and to prevent oil splattering.
- Do not overcrowd the frying pan to maintain the oil temperature and ensure even cooking.
- Use a slotted spoon to drain excess oil from the fried apple rings before coating with cinnamon sugar.
- Serve immediately for the best crispy texture, as they tend to soften when cooled.
