Fluffy Fried Apple Rings
Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, these fried apple rings are coated in cinnamon sugar for a quick and irresistible sweet treat.
Ingredients
- 3 large apples Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji
- 1 cup all-purpose flour 125 g
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 2 large eggs separated
- ¾ cup milk or sparkling water 180 ml
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Oil for frying about 2 cups canola or sunflower oil
Cinnamon sugar for coating:
- ¼ cup sugar 50g
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Prep the apples: Core the apples and slice into ½-inch thick rings. Peel if desired. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, milk (or sparkling water), and vanilla extract.
- Combine dry ingredients: In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually whisk into the wet mixture until smooth.
- Whip egg whites: Beat egg whites with 2 tablespoons sugar until soft peaks form. Gently fold into the batter.
- Heat oil: Pour 1–2 inches of oil into a deep pan and heat to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry apple rings: Dip apple slices into batter, letting excess drip off. Fry in batches, covered, over low to medium heat for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and puffed.
- Drain & coat: Place fried rings on paper towels briefly, then toss immediately in cinnamon sugar.
Notes
- Firm apples hold their shape better.
- Cornstarch keeps the batter light and crispy.
- Covering the pan while frying helps the apples cook evenly without burning.
- Serve warm with optional ice cream or drizzle of caramel.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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