Apple Fries
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Apple Fries
Description
Apple Fries uses peeled and cored Granny Smith apples cut into uniform wedges, dipped into a smooth batter made from milk, flour, egg, baking powder, and sugar. The slices are deep-fried at a consistent temperature to ensure a golden, crispy coating without excess oil absorption. After frying, the hot fries are rolled in a cinnamon sugar mixture, giving them a sweet, slightly spicy coating that contrasts with the tart apple interior.
The caramel sauce adds a rich sweetness that complements the cinnamon and apple flavors. The fries maintain a satisfying crisp outside and tender fruit inside. Proper oil temperature and similar wedge sizes ensure even cooking.
Apple Fries can be garnished with fresh mint for a bright touch, and served immediately for the best texture and flavor. They work well as a dessert or a special snack.
Using a deep-frying thermometer is essential to maintain the correct oil temperature, preventing greasy fries or burnt batter. Cutting wedges to similar thickness ensures even cooking, and the recipe adapted from Delish provides reliable steps for consistent results.
Ingredients
- 3 large apple peeled, cored and cut into wedges, Granny Smith variety
- 3/4 cup milk I use 1%
- 1 cup flour
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar divided use
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- cooking oil for frying
- 1 cup caramel sauce or caramel dip
- mint optional, sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix together the milk, flour, egg, baking power and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Stir until smooth.
- Place the remaining sugar and cinnamon on a plate; stir to combine.
- Heat 1 inch of oil in a pot to 350 degrees F.
- Dip each apple slice into the batter, then add to the pot of oil. Cook 4-5 apple slices at a time for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally.
- Remove the apples from the oil and immediately roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Repeat the process with the remaining apples.
- Serve your apple fries immediately with caramel sauce. Garnish with mint sprigs if desired.
Notes
- Cut apples into wedges of similar size to ensure even frying.
- Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to avoid greasy or burnt fries.
- Serve apple fries immediately after frying for best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 254 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 254kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 156mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 171mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 125IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 104mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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