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Sourdough Apple Fritters

Epic Sourdough Apple Fritters That Will Ignite Your Taste Buds

These Sourdough Apple Fritters are a delightful blend of sweet spiced apples and tangy sourdough, perfect for impressing guests and enjoying cozy moments.
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Prep Time 8 hours
Cook Time 12 minutes
Fermentation Time 12 hours
Total Time 20 hours 12 minutes
Servings: 6 fritters
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Sourdough Starter Active starter or discard
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Bread flour may work too
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Can substitute honey or maple syrup
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Non-dairy milk for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Plant-based butter for vegan adaptation
  • 1 large Egg Use cornstarch slurry for vegan option
  • 2 cups Diced Apple Any type of apple works
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Critical for lighter texture
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Clove Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
For Frying
  • 4 cups Cooking Oil (Lard or Coconut Oil) Avoid seed oils for best taste

Equipment

  • Deep pot or fryer
  • Thermometer
  • slotted spoon
  • Large bowl
  • Mixing utensil
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, mix sourdough starter, sugar, flour, milk, and melted butter. Cover and let ferment overnight for 8-12 hours.
  2. The next morning, heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Monitor with a thermometer.
  3. Once the sponge has fermented, mix in egg, diced apples, salt, baking soda, and spices until sticky and cohesive.
  4. Drop about 1/4 cup of batter into hot oil. Fry for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  6. For glaze, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until silky. Drizzle over warm fritters before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These fritters are perfect for gatherings and can be customized with different apple varieties.

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