Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- First things first, let's get our dry ingredients all friendly. Grab a large mixing bowl and whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Give it a good stir so everything is nicely combined.
- Now, in a separate bowl, let's mix up our wet ingredients. Combine the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Whisk them together until they’re all happy and blended.
- It's time to bring those two bowls together! Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir everything until it's just combined. I always tell my friends, "Don't overmix!" A few little lumps are totally okay. Overmixing can make your fritters tough, and nobody wants that.
- Now for the best part – gently folding in those gorgeous diced fresh peaches. Be tender; we want to keep those peaches intact as much as possible.
- Let’s get ready to fry! Heat your oil in a deep skillet or a Dutch oven to about 350°F (175°C). If you don’t have a thermometer, you can test the oil by dropping a tiny bit of batter in; it should sizzle happily and float to the top.
- Carefully drop spoonfuls of your peach batter into the hot oil. It's best to do this in batches so the oil temperature stays consistent and the fritters have room to puff up and get golden. We don't want them all crowded together!
- Fry them for about 2-3 minutes on each side. You’re looking for a beautiful golden brown color. They cook up pretty quickly, so keep an eye on them!
- Once they're perfectly golden, use a slotted spoon to lift them out of the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels. This helps soak up any excess oil.
- While the fritters are still warm (but not scalding hot!), let's whip up that dreamy glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until you have a smooth, pourable glaze.
- Finally, the grand finale! Drizzle or dip your warm fritters into the glaze. Let them sit for a minute to let that sweet glaze set up a bit before you dive in. Oh my goodness, the smell alone is heavenly!
Notes
Want to put your own spin on these peachy delights? You totally can!
Other Fruits: If peaches aren't in season or you're craving something different, try this recipe with diced apples, berries, or even diced mango.
Spices: A pinch of nutmeg or cardamom can add another layer of cozy flavor.
Citrus Zest: A little lemon or orange zest in the batter or glaze really brightens up the peachy flavor.
For a Crispier Bite: You can add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the dry ingredients for an extra crispy exterior.
Don't want to fry? You could try baking these in a muffin tin at 375°F (190°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown, though the texture will be more cake-like than fritter-like.
Other Fruits: If peaches aren't in season or you're craving something different, try this recipe with diced apples, berries, or even diced mango.
Spices: A pinch of nutmeg or cardamom can add another layer of cozy flavor.
Citrus Zest: A little lemon or orange zest in the batter or glaze really brightens up the peachy flavor.
For a Crispier Bite: You can add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the dry ingredients for an extra crispy exterior.
Don't want to fry? You could try baking these in a muffin tin at 375°F (190°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown, though the texture will be more cake-like than fritter-like.