Description
These Fresh Peach Fritters are tender, golden-brown fried treats that melt in your mouth, featuring juicy diced peaches inside a lightly spiced batter. Perfect for a sweet breakfast or an indulgent dessert, they are drizzled with a smooth vanilla glaze for an extra touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
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Fritter Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup fresh peaches, peeled and diced
- Vegetable oil for frying
Vanilla Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined. In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then add milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the fritters tender.
- Add the peaches: Gently fold the diced fresh peaches into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without crushing them.
- Heat the oil: In a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pan, pour enough vegetable oil to reach about 2 inches deep. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C), using a kitchen thermometer to monitor the temperature carefully for safe frying.
- Fry the fritters: Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, drop generous spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying a few at a time without overcrowding the pan. Fry for about 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until the fritters are golden brown and cooked through. Adjust the heat to maintain oil temperature.
- Drain and cool: Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Allow to cool slightly before glazing.
- Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk or cream, adding milk gradually until a smooth, pourable glaze forms.
- Glaze the fritters: Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the warm fritters and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture. Enjoy your fresh peach fritters while warm and melty!
Notes
- Peeling peaches helps achieve a smoother texture in the fritters, but you can leave skin on for extra fiber if preferred.
- Maintain oil temperature to avoid greasy or undercooked fritters.
- Use fresh ripe peaches for the best flavor; canned peaches may alter texture and sweetness.
- The glaze can be made thicker by using less milk or cream if desired.
- Leftover fritters can be reheated in a toaster oven for a crispier texture.
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