Fried Apple Pancake Rings Carla Hall

Indulge in the cozy flavors of autumn with Carla Hall's Fried Apple Pancake Rings! This mouthwatering recipe transforms crisp Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples into golden, cinnamon-kissed delights cloaked in fluffy pancake batter and fried to crispy perfection. Ready in just 30 minutes, these irresistible rings are dusted with powdered sugar for a hint of sweetness and can be elevated with a drizzle of warm maple syrup. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting fall dessert, these easy-to-make apple rings combine the crisp tartness of fresh apples with the decadent warmth of homemade pancake batter. Whether you're entertaining or simply treating yourself, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 Large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (for dusting)
• 0 Maple syrup (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and core the apples, then slice them into 1/4-inch thick rings.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and granulated sugar.

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth pancake batter forms.

Step 5

Heat vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature.

Step 6

Dip each apple ring into the prepared pancake batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow excess batter to drip off.

Step 7

Carefully place the batter-dipped apple rings into the hot oil. Fry 2-3 rings at a time to avoid overcrowding.

Step 8

Cook each ring for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp. Use a slotted spoon to remove the rings from the oil and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining apple rings and batter.

Step 10

Dust the fried apple pancake rings lightly with powdered sugar.

Step 11

Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1306.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4781.7

Total Fat 483.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 208.0mg	0%
Sodium 1660.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 131.2g
Protein 15.7g	0%

Vitamin D 148.4IU	0%
Calcium 401.7mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 989.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 86.7%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 12.0%