Apple Fritter Bites – Sweet Easy Recipes for Cozy Cravings
When I was little, the smell of cinnamon and apples in the kitchen meant something good was about to happen. These apple fritter bites are the kind of treat you make when the weather’s shifting and you just need a little comfort. They’re crispy on the outside, warm and soft inside, and yes—absolutely perfect with a mug of tea or coffee.
I love how these come together in under half an hour. No yeast, no long waiting, no fussy ingredients. Just some chopped apples, basic pantry items, and a hot pan. The batter is quick and forgiving—almost like making pancakes but with more payoff.
If you’ve been looking for sweet easy recipes that also check off air fryer desserts easy recipes or quick evening snacks easy recipes, this is it. They work for lazy Sundays, unexpected guests, or a bake sale when you forgot you signed up. Been there.
Servings: 12 bites
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 cup peeled and finely diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
- Powdered sugar or glaze for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk the milk, egg, and vanilla together.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped apples. Don’t overmix.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C). Use a small scoop or spoon to drop batter into the oil.
- Fry in batches for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze while still warm.