Description
Delightfully crispy and sweet, Fried Cinnamon Apple Rings are a perfect treat for any occasion. Tender apple slices are dipped in a fluffy cinnamon-spiced batter, fried until golden, then coated with a cinnamon sugar topping that adds irresistible flavor and crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples
- 4 large apples (Gala or your favorite variety)
Batter
- 1 cup flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- â…› teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup buttermilk
Frying & Coating
- Vegetable oil for frying
- â…“ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and â…› teaspoon cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, beat the egg and then mix in the buttermilk until fully combined. Set aside.
- Make the Cinnamon-Sugar Topping: In a separate dish, stir together â…“ cup sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon. This will be used to coat the fried apple rings.
- Slice the Apples: Core and slice each apple into ¼-inch thick rings. Use a biscuit cutter or small round cutter to remove the core from each ring completely.
- Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a frying pan and heat it over medium heat until the temperature reaches 350°F (175°C), ideal for frying.
- Prepare the Batter: Gradually whisk the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until you achieve a smooth, lump-free batter perfect for coating the apple rings.
- Fry the Apple Rings: Dip each apple ring into the batter to coat completely, then carefully place them in the hot oil in small batches. Fry until each side turns golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Remove the fried apple rings with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels briefly. While still warm, immediately toss or sprinkle the apple rings with the prepared cinnamon-sugar mixture to ensure it sticks.
- Serve: Arrange the coated apple rings on a wire rack to cool slightly and serve them warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Gala or Fuji for the best texture; softer apples may become mushy when fried.
- Maintain the oil temperature at 350°F to ensure crispy rings without absorbing excess oil.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying to keep the oil temperature steady and ensure even cooking.
- Serve immediately for the crispiest texture; leftover rings may lose their crunch.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute buttermilk with a mixture of almond milk and a splash of lemon juice.
