Gluten Free Vegan Apple Fritters

Total time35 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time20 min

Diced apples fold into a thick, spoonable batter loaded with warm cinnamon and a whisper of nutmeg, then drop straight into hot oil until deep golden brown and crisp at the edges. Every bite gives way to tender, juicy apple pieces surrounded by a soft, cake-like interior that holds together perfectly. While still warm, each fritter gets tossed in a cinnamon-sugar coating that clings to every crevice, adding a sweet crunch on top of the fry. A splash of vanilla and a touch of apple cider vinegar in the batter keep the crumb light without any eggs or dairy in sight. These come together fast, fry up in small batches, and are best eaten right away while the coating is still glossy and the center is warm. It's a genuinely solid pick for a gluten free treat, especially when you're craving something cozy, fried, and full of fall flavor.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the batter

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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Chef's tip
Choose a gluten-free baking blend labeled 1:1 or cup-for-cup and use the same amount. Almond and coconut flour won't work the same way.
2 tsp baking powder
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
¼ tsp salt
3 tbsp organic cane sugar
¾ cup plant-based milk
2 tbsp neutral oil (such as canola or sunflower)
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 medium apples (about 2 cups), peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch dice

For frying

4 cups neutral oil, for frying

For the cinnamon sugar

⅓ cup organic cane sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

1
Pour the frying oil into a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C) on a candy thermometer.
2
While the oil heats, whisk together the flour, baking powder, 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and 3 tbsp sugar in a large mixing bowl until combined.

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