German Apple Fritters (Apfelküchle) with Cinnamon Sugar

Thin apple slices dipped in a light batter and fried until golden brown. A classic German dessert, perfect served warm with cinnamon sugar.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

420

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£0.64

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Ingredients

Servings

2mediumApples(Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)

£0.80

1cupAll-purpose flour

£0.15

1teaspoonBaking powder

£0.03

0.3teaspoonSalt

1tablespoonSugar

£0.02

1largeEgg

£0.30

0.8cupMilk

£0.25

0.5teaspoonVanilla extract

£0.10

2cupsVegetable oil(For frying)

£0.75

2tablespoonsSugar(For cinnamon sugar)

£0.02

1teaspoonGround cinnamon(For cinnamon sugar)

£0.12

Total Cost

£2.54

£0.64 per serving

The Method

1
Prepare the apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
2
Make the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon sugar.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
4
Heat the oil: Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
5
Prepare the cinnamon sugar: In a small bowl, combine the 2 tablespoons sugar and cinnamon.
6
Dip and fry: Dip each apple slice into the batter, making sure it's fully coated. Carefully place the battered apple slices into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
7
Fry until golden brown: Fry the apple fritters for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
8
Drain and coat: Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. While still warm, sprinkle generously with the cinnamon sugar.
9
Serve immediately: Serve the Apfelküchle warm.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (200g)

420 kcal / 1757 kJ

Carbs

52g

20% of RDA

Fat

22g

31% of RDA

Protein

14% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

20 g

22% of RDA

Sodium

190 mg

8% of RDA

Saturated Fat

3 g

15% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Don't overcrowd the pan when frying. This will lower the oil temperature and result in greasy fritters.

Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature. If the oil is too hot, the fritters will brown too quickly on the outside and be undercooked on the inside.

For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the batter.

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.

Cooking Equipment

Large bowl

Whisk

Deep frying pan or pot

Slotted spoon

Paper towels

Wine Pairings

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