Apple fritters

A recipe from our friends at Love Food Hate Waste

Overripe, mushy, or floury apples are perfect to make delicious golden, crispy apple fritters! A fun and tasty way to use up older fruit and satisfy your sweet tooth at the same time.

Ingredients

• 2 apples
• 100g self-raising flour
• 1 egg
• 70ml milk
• 2 tbsp butter

For the coating

• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 3 tbsp sugar

Method

1. Prep the apples: Start by removing the core from the apples, then slice them into thin discs (aim for slices that aren’t too thick so they cook through properly). Keep the skins on – they add extra fibre and flavour to your fritters!
2. Make the batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the self-raising flour, egg, milk, and melted butter until smooth. The batter should be thick enough to coat the apple slices.
3. Coat the apples: Dip each apple disc into the batter, making sure it’s fully covered.
4. Fry the fritters: Heat a frying pan over low heat and add a little butter or oil. Once hot, carefully place the battered apple slices in the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
5. Make the coating: While the fritters are cooking, mix together the cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl.
6. Coat the fritters: Once the fritters are cooked, toss them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture while they’re still warm for a sweet, spicy finish.
7. Serve and enjoy: These Low-Waste Apple Fritters are best served immediately, warm and crispy. Perfect for a sweet snack or dessert!

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