Save Crispy, golden fritters brimming with tender spiced apples and drizzled with luscious caramel sauce. The perfect autumn treat!
I first made these biscuit fritters on a rainy October weekend, and my kitchen smelled like an apple orchard. We all loved how the caramel sauce pooled around each fritter, making every bite special.
Ingredients
- Apples: 2 medium, peeled, cored, and diced
- Granulated sugar: 2 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 tsp
- Ground allspice: 1/4 tsp
- Refrigerated biscuit dough: 1 (16 oz / 450 g) can
- Whole milk: 1/2 cup
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Vegetable oil: for frying
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (115 g)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup (200 g)
- Heavy cream: 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Sea salt: 1/2 tsp
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp (for caramel sauce)
- Powdered sugar: for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Toss Apples:
- In a small bowl, combine diced apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Set aside.
- Prepare Dough:
- Separate biscuit dough and cut each into quarters. Flatten with hands.
- Mix Batter:
- Whisk milk, eggs, and vanilla in a bowl. Add biscuit pieces and spiced apples. Fold gently.
- Heat Oil:
- Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry Fritters:
- Drop tablespoons of mixture into hot oil using two spoons. Fry 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden.
- Drain Fritters:
- Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towel-lined plate.
- Make Caramel Sauce:
- Melt butter in saucepan, add brown sugar and cook 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in cream and salt. Simmer 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Serve:
- Drizzle fritters with warm caramel sauce, dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve immediately.
Save Serving these fritters fresh for our Sunday brunch brought instant smiles. The kids loved dipping them in extra caramel while we reminisced about apple picking trips.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, whisk, deep skillet or Dutch oven, slotted spoon, saucepan
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), milk, eggs, butter. May contain tree nuts if using optional nuts. Review biscuit dough label for other allergens.
Nutritional Information
Each fritter contains approximately 210 calories, 10 g fat, 28 g carbohydrates, and 3 g protein.
Save Warm, cinnamon-scented fritters are a treat worth savoring. Share them with loved ones while the caramel is still glistening.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use fresh biscuit dough instead of refrigerated?
Yes, homemade or refrigerated biscuit dough both work well for this dish. Adjust liquid ratios if using homemade.
- → What type of apples are best for fritters?
Granny Smith and Honeycrisp offer a tart balance, holding their shape when cooked. Sweet varieties also work.
- → How do I achieve crispy fritters?
Make sure oil reaches 350°F before frying and avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure an even, golden crust.
- → Can the caramel sauce be made ahead?
The sauce can be prepared in advance and gently reheated before serving to restore its smooth texture.
- → Are nuts necessary or just optional?
Nuts are optional and add crunch if desired, but the fritters are delicious and fluffy even without them.
- → What can I serve alongside these fritters?
Vanilla ice cream and extra caramel sauce make a perfect pairing, adding creamy richness.