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Deep Fried Apples with Cinnamon Sugar Recipe

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  • Author: Ethan
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2-3 1x

Description

Crispy and sweet Deep Fried Apples are a delightful treat perfect for a cozy dessert or snack. Featuring tender Fuji apple slices coated in a light pancake batter and fried until golden brown, then dusted with a cinnamon sugar blend, this recipe offers a perfect balance of warm spices and fruity sweetness with a satisfyingly crunchy texture.

Ingredients

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For the Apples and Batter

  • 1 Fuji apple (or any apple of choice)
  • 1 cup pancake mix
  • 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed)
  • Oil for frying (enough to fill a small sauce pot for deep frying)

For the Topping

  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: Pour oil into a small saucepot and heat it to 350°F using a digital thermometer for accuracy to ensure perfect frying temperature.
  2. Prepare the batter: In a bowl, mix the pancake mix with water, adding a little more water if needed to achieve a consistency that will lightly coat the apples without running off.
  3. Mix the cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon thoroughly to create the coating mixture.
  4. Prepare the apples: Core the apple and remove the skin. Slice the apple into thin slices, then cut each slice lengthwise in half to create manageable pieces for frying.
  5. Batter the apple slices: Using tongs, dip the apple slices into the prepared batter to coat them evenly.
  6. Fry the apples: Carefully place the battered apple slices into the hot oil using tongs, frying no more than three slices at a time unless using a larger pan. Fry for 3 to 5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Drain and coat: Remove fried apple slices with a spider or slotted spoon, let excess oil drip off, then immediately toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.
  8. Serve warm: Best enjoyed fresh and warm for maximum crispness and flavor.

Notes

  • Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature at 350°F to prevent soggy or burnt apples.
  • Adjust the batter consistency by adding water gradually to prevent too thin or too thick coating.
  • Fry in small batches to avoid lowering oil temperature and achieve even, crispy results.
  • Choose firm apples like Fuji or Honeycrisp for the best texture after frying.
  • Serve immediately for optimal crispness, as the coating tends to soften if left too long.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: deep fried apples, fried apple slices, cinnamon sugar apples, apple dessert, crispy apple snack

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