Ingredients:

  • 2 cups Granny Smith apples, finely diced (approx. 2 large apples)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1.5 tsp ground Saigon cinnamon
  • 2 cups (280g) gluten-free 1-to-1 flour blend with xanthan gum
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 3 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla bean paste
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

  1. Peel and dice the apples into 1/4-inch cubes. Immediately toss with lemon juice and 1.5 tsp of cinnamon to prevent oxidation.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Add 3/4 cup milk, 2 eggs, and 2 tbsp melted butter. Whisk until the batter is just combined and smooth.
  4. Gently fold the prepared spiced apples into the batter until evenly distributed.
  5. Heat oil in a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot to exactly 350°F, monitored by a deep-fry thermometer.
  6. Using a large cookie scoop, drop portions of batter into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until the exterior is mahogany-colored and crisp.
  7. Whisk together the powdered sugar, 3 tbsp milk, and vanilla bean paste to create the glaze.
  8. Remove fritters from oil and drain on a wire cooling rack. Drizzle with vanilla glaze while still warm to create a shattering crust.