Easy Apple Doughnuts
Enjoy tasty apple doughnuts – a yummy fall dessert! These kid-friendly treats are simple to make with few ingredients.
Servings: 6
Calories: 251kcal
Equipment
- 2 bowls
- 1 hand mixer or balloon whisk
- 1 deep pan frying or baking pan for baking
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoon sugar
- ½ cup yogurt
- Grated orange zest optional
- 3 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 or 2 apples chopped in small cubes
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Vegetable oil for frying I used sunflower oil
- Cinnamon sugar for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Peel and core the apples, then dice or grate them. If grated, squeeze out the excess juice before adding them to the batter. Set aside.1 or 2 apples
- Make the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, salt, sugar, yoghurt, orange zest (if using), and vegetable oil until smooth.1 egg, ½ teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoon sugar, ½ cup yogurt, Grated orange zest, 3 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Add dry ingredients: Gradually sift in the flour and baking powder, stirring until the batter is smooth and lump-free. Add the apples to the batter and mix well. Shape the dough into small rounds or oval shapes by scooping small amounts with a spoon and dusting them in flour.2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Heat the oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep frying pan or pot, enough to submerge the apple doughnuts. Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).Vegetable oil for frying
- Fry the doughnuts: Carefully place the doughnuts into the hot oil. Fry in batches, turning once, until golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- Remove the fried apple doughnuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. While still warm, toss them in cinnamon sugar to coat.Cinnamon sugar for garnish
- Alternatively, you can drop scoops of batter onto a baking pan lined with parchment paper. Make sure to leave some space between each scoop for even baking. Pop them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-18 minutes, or until they're golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Enjoy your warm apple doughnuts as a cozy fall treat!
Notes
Step-by-Step Guide: You'll find a helpful step-by-step guide to make this recipe on my blog.
Substitutions & Twists: I've listed some great substitutions and variations in the post above, so you can customize the dish to your liking.
Storage: These apple doughnuts will stay fresh in a bowl covered with cling film or in an airtight container, for up to 2 days at room temperature. Prolong the lifespan of these treats by placing them in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Tip 1: Use vegetable oil when frying, preferably sunflower oil as this has a neutral flavour.
Tip 2: Sprinkle flour on your workspace when shaping the doughnuts so they don't stick to your hands.
Tip 3: Evenly Space on Baking Sheet - Arrange the doughnuts on a baking sheet with enough space between them to ensure they bake up evenly during baking. This tip is for the baking option instead of frying.
Nutrition
Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 303mg | Potassium: 87mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 60IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 2mg
