Description
Delicious Fresh Peach Fritters are golden, crispy fried pastries bursting with juicy, sweet peaches and warm spices, perfectly complemented by an optional sweet vanilla glaze. These summery fritters are quick to prepare and ideal for a delightful dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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Fritter Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 1/2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 inches in pot)
Glaze (Optional)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together whole milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Combine Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently just until combined; be careful not to overmix to maintain a light texture.
- Fold in Peaches: Gently fold the diced fresh peaches into the batter, ensuring an even distribution throughout.
- Heat Oil: Pour about 2 inches of vegetable oil into a heavy-bottomed pot or skillet and heat it to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to confirm the temperature for perfect frying.
- Fry Fritters: Carefully drop heaping tablespoons of batter into the hot oil, frying 2–3 fritters at a time to avoid overcrowding. Fry each side for 2–3 minutes or until the fritters turn golden brown and are cooked through.
- Drain Fritters: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Prepare Glaze (Optional): In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth to make the glaze.
- Serve: Drizzle the glaze over warm fritters or dip them directly into the glaze. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Best enjoyed on the same day for optimal freshness and texture.
- Fresh peaches can be substituted with canned (drained) or frozen (thawed and drained) peaches if fresh are unavailable.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of ginger or cardamom to the dry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
