Why Make This Recipe
Vegan Apple Fritters are a delicious and warm treat perfect for any day of the week. They combine the sweetness of apples with a soft, fluffy batter, making them enjoyable for everyone, even those who don’t follow a vegan diet. Plus, they are easy to make and can add a cozy vibe to your kitchen.
How to Make Vegan Apple Fritters
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp ground flax seeds
- 4 tbsp water
- 2 baking apples (peeled, cored, and cubed)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 45 g vegan butter (melted)
- 150 g plant milk
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 195 g plain white flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch ground cardamom
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 200 g icing sugar
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp plant milk
Directions
- In a small bowl, mix ground flax seeds with water and let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed apples with lemon juice.
- Add melted vegan butter, plant milk, and sugar to the apples and mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove fritters and let them drain on paper towels.
- For the glaze, mix icing sugar, ground cinnamon, and plant milk until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the fritters before serving.
How to Serve Vegan Apple Fritters
Serve the Vegan Apple Fritters warm. They taste best fresh from the pan, coated with the sweet glaze. You can serve them as a dessert, a snack, or even for breakfast alongside a cup of tea or coffee.
How to Store Vegan Apple Fritters
If you have leftovers, store the fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. If you need to keep them longer, store them in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat them in an oven or air fryer to keep them crispy.
Tips to Make Vegan Apple Fritters
- Make sure the oil is hot before adding the batter to ensure a golden and crispy texture.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying; this helps each fritter cook evenly.
- For an extra touch, add chopped nuts or dried fruits to the batter.
Variations
You can try using different types of apples to change the flavor. Cinnamon sugar can also be mixed into the batter for added sweetness. For a twist, you could add raisins or walnuts for extra texture.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of milk?
Yes, you can use any plant milk you like, such as almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk.
Can I freeze the fritters?
Yes, you can freeze the cooked fritters. Just make sure they are completely cool before placing them in a freezer bag. Reheat them in the oven when you’re ready to eat.
What if I don’t have ground flax seeds?
You can replace ground flax seeds with a similar amount of applesauce or a different egg substitute to help bind the ingredients together.
Vegan Apple Fritters
Ingredients
For the batter
- 2 tbsp ground flax seeds For binding
- 4 tbsp water To mix with flax seeds
- 2 baking apples (peeled, cored, and cubed) Choose sweet varieties
- 2 tbsp lemon juice To prevent browning of apples
- 45 g vegan butter (melted) Provides richness
- 150 g plant milk Use your favorite type
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar For sweetness
- 195 g plain white flour Base for the fritters
- 2 tsp baking powder For leavening
- 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon Spice for flavor
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg Additional spice
- 1 pinch ground cardamom Adds warmth to the flavor
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt Enhances flavor
- Vegetable oil for frying Enough for frying
For the glaze
- 200 g icing sugar For a sweet glaze
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon For flavor in glaze
- 3 tbsp plant milk To mix the glaze
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, mix ground flax seeds with water and let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed apples with lemon juice.
- Add melted vegan butter, plant milk, and sugar to the apples and mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Cooking
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove fritters and let them drain on paper towels.
- For the glaze, mix icing sugar, ground cinnamon, and plant milk until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the fritters before serving.