Fresh Peach Fritters (Print Version)
Golden-brown fritters with fresh peaches that fry up in minutes. Dust with sugar or drizzle with glaze for a perfect sweet treat.
# Ingredients:
→ Fritter Batter
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1 cup flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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2 tablespoons sugar
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1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
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2 eggs
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1/3 cup milk
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1 tablespoon melted butter
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1 1/4 cups diced peaches (from 2 fresh peaches)
→ Coating and Frying
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Granulated sugar in flat-sided bowl
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Powdered sugar glaze
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Oil for frying
→ Powdered Sugar Glaze
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1 cup powdered sugar
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Milk (enough for drizzling consistency)
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Using a whisk, combine flour, salt, sugar, cinnamon, and baking powder. Whisk in eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth. Fold in diced peaches.
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Heat oil in a fryer or deep frying pan to 375°F (190°C).
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Using a long-handled ladle, scoop 1/4 to 1/2 cup of batter and gently place into the hot oil. Allow the batter to sink first, then rise. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown, depending on the fritter's size.
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Remove fritters from oil using long-handled tongs. Drain on paper towels or newspaper briefly.
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Place each fritter in granulated sugar and coat on both sides, or drizzle the tops with powdered sugar glaze according to preference.
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Whisk powdered sugar and milk together until smooth and at a drizzling consistency.