Fresh Peach Fritters Recipe
This Fresh Peach Fritters Recipe combines juicy peaches, flour, sugar, and vanilla into soft, golden fritters with a sweet glaze.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Knife and cutting board
- Deep frying pan or heavy-bottomed pot
- Slotted spoon
- Paper towels
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
For the fritters:
- 2 cups fresh peaches peeled and diced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Oil for frying
For the glaze (optional but highly recommended):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 –3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Carefully fold in the diced peaches, making sure they are evenly distributed.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until it reaches about 175°C (350°F).
- Using a spoon, drop small portions of batter into the hot oil.
- Fry for 2–3 minutes per side, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth, then drizzle over warm fritters.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches for the best texture
- Don’t overmix the batter — this keeps fritters light and fluffy
- Keep oil temperature steady for even cooking
- Fry in small batches to avoid overcrowding
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture