Fresh Peach Fritters That Melt in Your Mouth
Fresh Peach Fritters That Melt in Your Mouth are a delightful summer treat that combines the sweetness of ripe peaches with a light, fluffy batter. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these homemade fritters are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an indulgent snack. Finished with a sweet vanilla glaze, they provide a burst of flavor in every bite. Easy to make and sure to impress family and friends, these fritters capture the essence of summer in every mouthful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings (16 fritters) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup fresh peaches, peeled and diced
- Vegetable oil for frying
- For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; gently fold in diced peaches.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil; fry for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with milk and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle or dip fritters in glaze while warm before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters (80g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg