Description
Crispy, golden fried apple rings promise a delightful dessert that blends comfort with classic American sweetness. Dusted with cinnamon sugar and served warm, these rings offer a perfect treat for family gatherings or casual weekend indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 medium-size apples (Granny Smith, Gala, or Golden Delicious)
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup 2% or whole milk
- 1 large egg
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Liquid and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Vegetable oil or coconut oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare a heavy-bottomed skillet or deep pan, filling it with 1 inch of oil and heating to precisely 365°F for optimal frying temperature.
- Carefully slice apples into uniform rings approximately 1/4 inch thick, meticulously removing the core center while maintaining a consistent ring shape.
- Create a delectable coating by thoroughly blending sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow dish, ensuring even distribution of spices.
- Craft the batter by whisking egg and milk together, then gradually incorporate dry ingredients, mixing until a smooth, lump-free consistency is achieved.
- Carefully dredge each apple ring through the prepared batter, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Gently lower battered rings into hot oil, frying in small batches of 3-4 rings to prevent overcrowding and maintain consistent oil temperature.
- Fry each ring for 1-2 minutes, rotating once to achieve a uniform golden-brown exterior with a crispy texture.
- Transfer fried rings to a paper towel-lined surface to absorb excess oil and drain briefly.
- While rings are still warm, delicately roll them in the prepared cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring complete and even coating.
- Serve immediately for maximum crispness and flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- Choose firm, crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor.
- Pat apple rings completely dry before dipping in batter to ensure crispy, non-soggy results.
- Use a candy thermometer to maintain consistent oil temperature for even frying.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with almond or coconut flour.
- Prevent apple rings from breaking by cutting thick, uniform slices with a sharp knife.
- Store leftover donuts in an airtight container and reheat briefly in air fryer for renewed crispness.
- Add extra flavor by incorporating vanilla extract or nutmeg into the batter for depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg