Air Fryer Apple Fritters

Hot sweet Air Fryer Apple Fritters are a soon to be favorite fritter recipe.  Perfect for Fall a Fritter is a cross between a cake and a donut and fantastically delicious when Air Fried which means they are a bit healthier than deep fat frying which means I might just enjoy two.

This post is sponsored in conjunction with #FallFlavors. I received product samples from sponsor companies to help in the creation of the Fall Flavors recipes. All opinions are mine alone.

Apples are a wonderful Fall fruit in all varieties and this recipe is perfect to make with your favorite apples.  I personally love Granny Smith Apples.  They are firm, tart, and delicious and bake well without turning to soft. 

This simple treat can easily be made in less than 30 minutes from start to finish and when using an Air Fryer your kitchen will stay cool, and clean up is very simple too.  Go ahead, make a double batch and see how everyone’s face will light up.  I know I’m excited for you to give this recipe a try

Adding a sweet glaze on top is purely optional but I do suggest making a glaze and trying for yourself because it’s delicious and really takes an Apple Fritter up a notch!

Shopping List for Apple Fritters

• Flour – All Purpose Flour
• Sugar – Dixie Crystals Granulated Sugar is my preference
• Baking Powder – acts as a leavening agent
• salt
• Cinnamon
• Milk – 2% milk is best.  1 % can be substituted
• Vanilla Paste - Taylor & Colledge Vanilla Bean Paste
• Eggs – Large Eggs
• Apples – Granny Smith, Fuji, Honeycrisp, Pink Lady are all great choices

How to make Air Fryer Apple Fritters

Gather all the ingredients and supplies needed. I always find it easiest to organize my work station with the ingredients I need and measuring cups and spoons.

Begin by preheating Air Fryer to 400F Degrees for 5 minutes. This allows the basket to get good and hot.

1. In a large mixing bowl combine dry ingredients of Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Salt and Cinnamon together.
2. Create a well in the center. Add Milk, Vanilla Extract, and eggs. Stir ingredients together until combined.
3. Carefully fold in diced apples and stir.
4. Line basket with parchment paper and spray with avocado spray to prevent sticking
5. Drop about ⅓ cup batter onto parchment paper making sure to not allow Fritters to touch. Do not over crowd. Leave space between for best results
6. Spray Fritters with Avocado Spray and Air Fry at 400F Degrees for 4 minutes or until Golden Brown. Flip Fritter over and cook an additional 3-5 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
7. Allow Fritters to cool slightly before drizzling glaze
8. Serve and enjoy

Melissa’s Produce

I received a huge box of fresh produce including fruits and vegetables from Melissa’s Produce.  I live in a rural area that enjoys winter for many months.  With short growing seasons finding quality fresh produce is difficult. I loved my box of produce and can’t wait to order more. 

In this recipe I used fresh apples sent from Melissa’s Produce. It’s always fantastic to have beautiful fresh produce to serve to my family.

Dixie Crystals Sugar

I grew up being taught that Store Brands were less expensive and the same.  As I’ve spent more and more time in the kitchen I’ve found that quality products make big differences and using Dixie Crystals Sugar is a new favorite find.  This sugar is very fine and gives my recipes a burst of texture that I love.

Taylor and Colledge Vanilla Bean Paste

I have loved the fantastic extra pastes from Taylor and Colledge and how the flavors are so vibrant and full of flavor. When given an option I suggest using Taylor and Colledge. They have a wide variety to choose from and their products are top notch.

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More #FallFlavors Recipes Below:

Appetizers, Cocktails, and Snacks

• Apple Cider Old-Fashioned from Books n' Cooks
• Fall Charcuterie Board from The Spiffy Cookie
• Sweet And Spicy Pecans from Simple and Savory

Breakfast and Baked Goods

• Apple Cider Pecan Granola from Family Around The Table
• Apple Cinnamon Bread from Life Love and Good Food
• Apple Pecan Scones from Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
• Gluten-Free Apple Cider Doughnuts from Frugal & Fit
• Pecan Cinnamon Sugar Baked Apple Donuts from Jen Around the World

Soups and Salads

• Caramel Apple Pear Salad from Eat Move Make
• Creamy Autumn Squash Soup from Blogghetti

Side Dishes

• Balsamic Glazed Cipollini Onions from West Via Midwest
• Roasted Cipollini Onions With Sherry Vinegar And Thyme from Karen's Kitchen Stories
• Vegan Butternut Squash And Chestnut Kebabs from Magical Ingredients

Main Dishes

• Cider Brined Baked Chicken from Palatable Pastime
• Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad from Cheese Curd In Paradise

Desserts

• Air Fryer Apple Fritters from Devour Dinner
• Apple Cider Tea Madeleines from Jolene's Recipe Journal
• Apple Crumb Bars from SueBee Homemaker
• Apple Nachos from Take Two Tapas
• Butterscotch Blondies from That Recipe
• Carrot Cake Cupcakes from Fresh April Flours
• Fall Fruit Galette from Cindy's Recipes and Writings
• Giant Butterscotch Cookies from An Affair from the Heart
• Gluten-Free Apple Pie from The Fresh Cooky
• Mini Pumpkin Cheesecake from Art of Natural Living
• Pear & Butternut Squash Crisp from Savory Moments
• Pecan Pound Cake from Soulfully Made
• Sour Cream Apple Pie from House of Nash Eats
• Sour Cream Coffee Cake Recipe from Lemon Blossoms

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Air Fryer Apple Fritter

Hot sweet Air Fryer Apple Fritters are a soon to be favorite fritter recipe.  Perfect for Fall a Fritter is a cross between a cake and a donut and fantastically delicious

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time8 minutes mins

Cook ModePrevent your screen from going dark

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 ½ Cup All Purpose Flour
• ¼ Cup Granulated Sugar - Dixie Crystals
• 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
• ¼ teaspoons Salt
• 1 ½ teaspoons Cinnamon
• ⅓ Cup Milk
• 2 Eggs
• 1 ½ teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste - Taylor and Colledge
• 2 Apples - Peeled, cored, sliced and diced

Glaze

• 1 ½ Cup Powdered Sugar
• 2 Tablespoons Butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla
• 1-2 Tablespoons Milk - As needed

Instructions

• In a large mixing bowl combine dry ingredients of Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Salt and Cinnamon together.
• Create a well in the center. Add Milk, Vanilla Extract, and eggs. Stir ingredients together until combined.
• Carefully fold in diced apples and stir
• Line basket with parchment paper and spray with avocado spray to prevent sticking
• Drop about ⅓ cup batter onto parchment paper making sure to not allow Fritters to touch. Do not over crowd. Leave space between for best results
• Spray Fritters with Avocado Spray and Air Fry at 400F Degrees for 4 minutes or until Golden Brown. Flip Fritter over and cook an additional 3-5 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
• Allow Fritters to cool slightly before drizzling glaze

Glaze

• In a bowl combine 1 ½ cups Powdered Sugar, 2 Tablespoons softened butter, 1 teaspoon Vanilla, and 1-2 Tablespoons Milk
• Stir to combine. Mixture should be thin and easy to drizzle. Add additional milk to thin glaze as needed

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All nutrition values are approximate and calculated by a plugin and are provided as a courtesy. Adding or subtracting ingredients will change the nutritional value.

Nutrition

Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 301mg | Potassium: 145mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 46g | Vitamin A: 256IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 2mg