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Fried Cinnamon Apple Rings

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these easy battered and fried apple rings are tossed in warm cinnamon sugar for the ultimate comforting dessert or sweet breakfast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Apples
  • 4 large Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/4-inch rings
Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk whole milk preferred
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Frying & Coating
  • 2 cups vegetable or canola oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar for coating
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon for coating

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Apple corer
  • Wire rack or paper towels
  • Slotted spoon or spider strainer

Method
 

  1. Prepare the cinnamon sugar: In a shallow dish, whisk together the 1/2 cup sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate smaller bowl, whisk the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently whisk until just combined to form a smooth batter.
  5. Heat 1 to 2 inches of oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  6. Pat the apple rings completely dry with a paper towel. Dip each ring into the batter, letting excess drip off.
  7. Carefully lower battered rings into the hot oil. Fry in small batches for 1.5 to 2 minutes per side, until golden brown and puffed.
  8. Remove rings with a slotted spoon, let excess oil drip off for a second, then immediately toss them in the prepared cinnamon sugar mixture.
  9. Serve immediately while warm and crispy.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature (not the fridge) for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 375°F oven or air fryer for 5 minutes.