Golden Peach Fritters with Sweet Powdered Sugar Glaze

Indulge in the perfect blend of crispy, golden fritters and juicy peaches, all topped with a luscious powdered sugar glaze. These delightful peach fritters are a summer treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth. The warm, tender peach filling wrapped in a crispy exterior is a crowd-pleaser for breakfast, dessert, or a quick snack. Let’s dive into this simple and delicious recipe!

Ingredients

For the Fritters:

• 1 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 eggs
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon melted butter
• 1 1/4 cups diced peaches (about 2 fresh peaches)
• Oil for frying

For the Powdered Sugar Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• Milk (just enough to achieve the desired consistency)

Instructions

Prepare the Fritter Batter

1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, cinnamon, and baking powder. Make sure the mixture is well combined for a consistent batter.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Whisk until the batter is smooth, with no lumps remaining.
3. Incorporate Peaches: Gently fold in the diced peaches, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Heat the Oil

4. Preheat Oil: In a fryer or deep frying pan, heat the oil to 375°F (190°C). The oil needs to be hot enough to fry the fritters to a perfect golden brown.

Fry the Fritters

5. Fry in Batches: Using a long-handled ladle, scoop about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of batter and carefully drop it into the hot oil. The batter will sink initially, then rise as it cooks.
6. Cook to Perfection: Fry the fritters for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking on all sides. They should be golden brown and crispy when done.
7. Drain Excess Oil: Once cooked, remove the fritters from the oil using long-handled tongs. Drain them on paper towels or newspaper to absorb any excess oil.

Coat the Fritters

8. Simple Sugar Coating: For a quick sugar fix, roll the warm fritters in granulated sugar, coating both sides thoroughly.
9. Powdered Sugar Glaze: For an extra sweet touch, whisk together the powdered sugar with just enough milk to create a smooth glaze. Drizzle this over the fritters or dip the tops for a more indulgent treat.

Serve

10. Enjoy Warm: Serve the fritters warm to experience their crispy exterior and tender, peachy inside. Perfect with a cup of coffee or tea!

Recipe Notes

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Servings: Makes about 8-10 fritters
• Calories: Approximately 150 kcal per fritter

These golden peach fritters, with their sweet powdered sugar glaze, are an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast or a dessert to impress, these fritters deliver with ease and flavor. Enjoy!