Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Quick & Easy: Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish.
Fresh & Fruity: Bursting with fresh peach pieces for natural sweetness.
Golden & Crispy: Frying creates a perfect puffy, golden crust.
Versatile Topping: Choose between a classic granulated sugar coating or a smooth powdered sugar glaze.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 eggs
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1¼ cups diced peaches (about 2 fresh peaches)
- Granulated sugar for coating or powdered sugar glaze (see below)
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil recommended)
Powdered Sugar Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Milk (enough to make a drizzling consistency)
Directions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Add eggs, milk, and melted butter to the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth.
- Fold in the diced peaches gently to avoid breaking them up too much.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pan to 375°F (190°C).
- Using a long-handled ladle, carefully drop ¼ to ½ cup of batter into the hot oil. The batter will sink initially, then float as it cooks.
- Fry for 2 to 3 minutes, turning as needed, until fritters are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove fritters with tongs and drain briefly on paper towels or newspaper.
- Coat fritters either by rolling them in granulated sugar on both sides or drizzle with powdered sugar glaze.
To Make Powdered Sugar Glaze
Whisk powdered sugar and milk together until it reaches a drizzling consistency. Drizzle over warm fritters.
Servings and Timing
Servings: 8 fritters
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Variations
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the batter for extra warmth.
- Substitute peaches with other fresh fruit like apples, pears, or berries.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.
Storage/Reheating
- Store leftover fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day for best texture.
- Reheat gently in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes to restore crispiness. Avoid microwaving as it may soften the crust.
FAQs
Can I use frozen peaches?
Yes, but thaw and drain excess liquid thoroughly before folding into the batter to avoid sogginess.
What oil is best for frying?
Vegetable, canola, or peanut oil work well due to their high smoke points.
How do I know when the oil is the right temperature?
Use a thermometer to maintain 375°F (190°C). If you don’t have one, drop a small amount of batter into oil; it should sizzle and float quickly.
Can I bake these instead of frying?
Baking will change the texture and won’t achieve the same crispy exterior, but you can bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Can I prepare the batter ahead?
Yes, but fold in peaches just before frying to keep them fresh.
How do I store leftover fritters?
Keep at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a day to maintain crispiness.
Can I make the glaze ahead of time?
Yes, keep it refrigerated in an airtight container and whisk before using.
What can I substitute for cinnamon?
Nutmeg, ginger, or pumpkin pie spice all work well.
How large should the fritters be?
About 3 to 4 inches in diameter for even cooking and the perfect bite size.
Can I add vanilla extract to the batter?
Yes, ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract can add a lovely flavor boost.
Conclusion
Delicious Fresh Peach Fritters are a quick and tasty treat that showcase the sweetness of fresh peaches in a light, crispy fried batter. Whether coated in sugar or drizzled with glaze, these fritters are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you crave something sweet and comforting. Enjoy them fresh and golden for the best experience.
Delicious Fresh Peach Fritters
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 fritters
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delicious Fresh Peach Fritters are golden, crispy, and fluffy fried treats bursting with fresh peach flavor. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, they offer a sweet, tender interior and a crunchy exterior, with options for sugar coating or a powdered sugar glaze.
Ingredients
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons sugar
½ teaspoon cinnamon
2 eggs
⅓ cup milk
1 tablespoon melted butter
1¼ cups diced peaches (about 2 fresh peaches)
Granulated sugar for coating or powdered sugar glaze
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil recommended)
Powdered Sugar Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
Milk (enough to make a drizzling consistency)
Instructions
- Whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Add eggs, milk, and melted butter; whisk until smooth.
- Fold in diced peaches gently.
- Heat oil to 375°F (190°C) in a deep fryer or heavy pan.
- Drop ¼ to ½ cup batter into hot oil; fry 2-3 minutes, turning until golden and cooked through.
- Remove fritters, drain on paper towels.
- Coat fritters by rolling in granulated sugar or drizzle with powdered sugar glaze.
- Powdered Sugar Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar with milk until drizzling consistency; drizzle over warm fritters.
Notes
Add nutmeg or ginger for extra warmth.
Use other fresh fruits like apples, pears, or berries as substitutes.
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for decadence.
Do not microwave leftovers; reheat in oven to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
