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Crispy Fried Apple Rings with Cinnamon

Crispy Fried Apple Rings with Cinnamon Sugar

Golden, crispy, and coated in sweet cinnamon sugar, these Fried Apple Rings are an easy dessert that comes together in less than 30 minutes. Fresh apple slices are dipped in a light batter, fried until perfectly golden, and tossed in a delicious cinnamon-sugar coating. They're ideal for summer gatherings, weekend treats, family desserts, and afternoon snacks.
Whether you're serving them at a backyard barbecue, summer picnic, or cozy family dinner, these crispy apple rings deliver the comforting flavors of apples and cinnamon in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Apple Rings

  • 3 large apples (Honeycrisp, Gala, Fuji, or Granny Smith)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Apples
    Wash and dry the apples.
    Slice them into rings approximately ¼-inch thick. Remove the core from each slice using an apple corer or small cookie cutter.
    Pat the slices dry with paper towels.
  • Make the Batter
    In a bowl, whisk together:
    Flour
    Sugar
    Baking powder
    Cinnamon
    Salt
    In another bowl combine:
    Egg
    Milk
    Vanilla extract
    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth.
  • Heat the Oil
    Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
    The oil is ready when a small drop of batter sizzles immediately.
  • Fry the Apple Rings
    Dip each apple ring into the batter.
    Allow excess batter to drip off.
    Carefully place into the hot oil.
    Fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
    Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  • Add Cinnamon Sugar
    Mix sugar and cinnamon together in a shallow bowl.
    While the apple rings are still warm, coat them generously with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
    Serve immediately.

Notes

Please note: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using an online nutrition calculator.
 
Nutritional Facts/Serving:
Calories: 240 kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g