Vegan Apple Fritters

Total time35 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time20 min

4.7

(30)

Warm, golden, and rolled in cinnamon sugar straight out of the fryer — these apple fritters are the kind of treat that makes it hard to believe there's not a single egg or dairy product in sight. The batter comes together with plant-based milk and a splash of apple cider vinegar, which reacts with the baking powder to give each fritter a light, airy interior beneath that crispy shell. Two full cups of diced fresh apple get folded right in, so every bite has that sweet, tender fruit contrast against the spiced dough. Cinnamon and nutmeg do the heavy lifting on flavor, and a final toss in cinnamon sugar while the fritters are still warm means the coating actually sticks and caramelizes slightly on the surface. The key is keeping your frying oil steady between 340 and 360°F — a candy thermometer takes the guesswork out and ensures you get deep golden color without greasy centers. This recipe makes four servings, so it's just right for a weekend brunch or a cozy dessert spread where everyone gets a generous share.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the batter

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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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