Description
Crispy fried cinnamon apple rings bring golden autumn sweetness to dessert tables with minimal ingredients and maximum flavor. Simple batter and fresh apples combine for a delightful treat you can enjoy warm with vanilla ice cream or caramel drizzle.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 large apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji)
- 1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup (180 milliliters) milk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Dry Coating and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 cup (125 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Binding Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup (180 milliliters) milk
Instructions
- Meticulously wash and prepare the apples, carefully peeling their skin if desired. Slice the fruits into delicate quarter-inch circular medallions, then artfully remove the central core using a small round cutter or precision paring knife to create elegant ring shapes.
- Craft the batter by combining dry ingredients in a mixing vessel, creating a harmonious blend of flour, leavening agent, seasoning, sweetener, and aromatic ground cinnamon. In a separate container, whisk together liquid components until thoroughly integrated. Gradually merge wet and dry mixtures, stirring until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency.
- Select a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pan, pouring vegetable oil to a sufficient depth. Gradually elevate the oil temperature to a precise 350 degrees Fahrenheit, monitoring carefully with a cooking thermometer to ensure optimal frying conditions.
- Immerse each apple ring into the prepared batter, allowing excess to cascade off gently. Delicately lower the coated rings into the simmering oil, working in small batches to maintain temperature stability. Fry each side until developing a gorgeous golden-brown exterior, approximately two minutes per surface. Retrieve the rings using a perforated utensil, transferring to an absorbent paper-lined surface to drain excess oil.
- Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a wide, shallow dish. While the apple rings remain warm and slightly glistening, gently tumble them through the fragrant sugar mixture, ensuring a complete and even coating that adheres delicately to the crisp exterior.
- Present the cinnamon-kissed apple rings immediately, accompanied by complementary indulgences such as velvety caramel sauce, billowy whipped cream, or a scoop of classic vanilla ice cream for an elevated sensory experience.
Notes
- Choose firm, crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and hold during frying.
- Pat apple slices dry with paper towels before battering to prevent oil splattering and ensure a crispier coating.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350F to achieve evenly golden-brown apple rings without absorbing excess oil.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or rice flour to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg