Fresh Peach Fritters That Melt in Your Mouth Recipe
These Fresh Peach Fritters are soft, tender, and bursting with sweet, juicy peach flavor. Perfectly fried to a golden brown, they melt in your mouth and are drizzled with a smooth vanilla glaze. A delightful treat that combines the warmth of cinnamon and the fresh taste of summer peaches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 fritters
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Fritters
- 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
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon if using. In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then add milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter, mixing until combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the fritters light and fluffy.
- Add peaches: Fold in the fresh peeled and diced peaches, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Heat oil for frying: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pan to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat over medium heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy or test with a small drop of batter that should sizzle immediately.
- Fry the fritters: Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying 2-3 fritters at a time to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain excess oil: Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and place on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk the powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of milk or cream and vanilla extract until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add the remaining tablespoon of milk or cream a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve: Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the warm peach fritters and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid too much moisture in the batter.
- Monitor oil temperature carefully to ensure even frying and prevent sogginess.
- The cinnamon is optional but adds a warm depth of flavor to the fritters.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use vegan butter or oil in place of butter.
- These fritters are best eaten fresh but can be briefly reheated in a toaster oven.