High Protein Classic Apple Fritters
Indulge in the timeless charm of apple fritters with a health-conscious twist in this recipe for High Protein Classic Apple Fritters. Perfectly fluffy and packed with the natural sweetness of fresh, diced apples, these fritters gain a nutritional boost from vanilla protein powder, making them a guilt-free treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while fueling your day. Lightly spiced with cinnamon and fried to golden perfection, these fritters are topped with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar for just the right level of indulgence. Whether served as a breakfast delight, post-workout snack, or cozy dessert, these protein-packed apple fritters are ready in under 30 minutes and are sure to please the crowd.
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Ingredients
- 2 large apples
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup vanilla protein powder
- 0.25 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
Directions
Step 1
Peel, core, and dice the apples into small cubes. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, vanilla protein powder, sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Step 3
In another bowl, mix the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Step 4
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Make sure not to overmix.
Step 5
Fold the diced apples into the batter until they are evenly distributed.
Step 6
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Step 7
Using a spoon or a small ice cream scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying in batches.
Step 8
Fry the fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Step 9
Remove the fritters from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Step 10
Let the fritters cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1150.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3306.5 |
| Total Fat 223.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 136.4g | |
| Cholesterol 260.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1504.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 277.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 164.0g | |
| Protein 74.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 107.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 649.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1189.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories