At the Table of La Fortezza: Apple Fritters (Frittelle Dolci Con Le Mele)
Happy Thanksgiving to all of my dear readers. I hope you enjoy this time with family and friends. Since it’s Thursday, I wanted to take a moment to share another recipe from At the Table of La Fortezza with you here on the blog and on my You Tube Channel, All About Annette. This Apple Fritter recipe is perfect for gatherings with family and friends. Granny Smith apples are great for this recipe because they are both crips and tart. Cook alongside me as I make delicious Apple Fritters on this week’s new YouTube video. Keep in mind that it’s a great Hanukkah recipe because the fritters are fried in oil. And it’s perfect for anytime you celebrate the season. Happy Thanksgiving! There is so much to be grateful for.
Apple Fritters
Serves 6
Ingredients:
2 cups milk
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt, divided
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 apples (I use Granny Smith)
Juice of 1 lemon
3 to 4 cups sunflower oil, for frying
Confectioners’ sugar or honey, for serving
Preparation:
In the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the milk, eggs, sugar, and salt together until well combined, about 3 minutes
In a separate bowl, sift the flour and the baking powder. On low speed, add the flour mixture into the egg mixture until just combined. Set aside to let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes
Peel and core the apples. Slice crosswise into rings about ¾ inch thick. Toss the apple slices in a shallow bowl with the lemon juice to coat
In a large Dutch oven, bring the oil to 325°F over high heat. Toss in a little batter: If it sizzles, you’re ready to fry
Dip the apples into the batter to coat them completely. Using a spider strainer or slotted spoon, slide the apple rings slowly into the hot oil, three at a time (do not crowd the pot), and fry for 5 minutes. Flip the fritters and fry for 3 minutes on the other side. Once brown on all sides and lightly puffed, remove to paper towels to drain
Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar or honey, and serve immediately