Schweizer Apfelküchlein
Delicate Swiss apple fritters, often enjoyed as a sweet treat or dessert. Thinly sliced apples are coated in a light batter and fried until golden brown and crispy, then dusted with powdered sugar.
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 medium Apples(firm varieties like Gala or Honeycrisp, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
- 150 g All-purpose flour
- 30 g Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 200 ml Milk
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil(for the batter)
- for frying Vegetable oil or lard
- for dusting Powdered sugar
- optional Cinnamon(for dusting)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
💡 Tip: Ensure all dry ingredients are well combined. - 2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg yolks, and vegetable oil until smooth.
💡 Tip: Adding oil to the batter helps with crispiness. - 3
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
⏱️ 2 minutes - 4
Heat about 2-3 cm of frying oil in a deep pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat to 170-180°C (340-350°F).
💡 Tip: Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature. - 5
Dip each apple slice into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Let any excess batter drip off.
💡 Tip: You can also add a pinch of cinnamon to the batter for extra flavor. - 6
Carefully place the battered apple slices into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
⏱️ 6 minutes💡 Tip: Adjust heat as needed to maintain oil temperature. - 7
Remove the fried apple fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack set over paper towels to drain excess oil.
💡 Tip: Drain on a wire rack to keep them crispy. - 8
Dust generously with powdered sugar and a pinch of cinnamon, if desired, before serving warm.
💡 Tip: Serve immediately for the best texture.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use firm apples that hold their shape when cooked.
- ✓Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent soggy fritters.
- ✓Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches for even cooking.
🔄 Variations
- Add a tablespoon of kirsch to the batter for a subtle alcoholic note.
- Serve with a dollop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
- Incorporate a pinch of nutmeg into the batter.