Description

Fried Apple Rings are a cozy fall treat—crispy, golden on the outside, soft and warm inside, and coated in a cinnamon-sugar sparkle. They’re quick to make, fun to eat, and bring carnival-style joy right to your kitchen. Perfect for family gatherings, weekend snacks, or anytime you need a comforting dessert that doubles as a nostalgic hug.

Ingredients

Scale

Apples & Frying:

3–4 large apples
Oil for frying (about 5 cm / 2 inches deep in pot)

Batter:

1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon (1 g) baking powder
¼ teaspoon (1 g) salt
½ teaspoon (1.5 g) cinnamon
2 tablespoons (25 g) white sugar
1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 teaspoon vinegar)
1 large egg

Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:

½ cup (100 g) white sugar
½ teaspoon (1.5 g) cinnamon

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Instructions

Heat about 2 inches (5 cm) of oil in a wide, shallow pot to 375°F (190°C).
Mix flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and sugar in a bowl.
In another bowl, whisk buttermilk and egg. Pour into dry mix and stir until smooth.
Combine sugar and cinnamon for coating and spread onto a plate.
Slice apples into ¼-inch rounds, remove cores, and cut into rings.
Dip each ring into batter, letting excess drip off.
Fry a few rings at a time for about 2 minutes total, flipping halfway.
Drain on paper towels, then immediately coat in cinnamon sugar.
Serve warm.

Notes

Fry in small batches to avoid soggy rings.

Best apples: Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji.

For extra crunch, double-dip: fry once, rest, then re-batter and fry again.

Avoid microwaving leftovers; reheat in oven to keep crispiness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American