Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Preparation
- 3 ripe fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and diced
- 1 tablespoon sugar (for peaches)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for peaches)
Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frying
- Vegetable oil, for frying (enough for deep frying)
Bourbon Glaze
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Peaches: Peel, pit, and dice ripe peaches into bite-sized chunks. Toss them gently with 1 tablespoon sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon to enhance their natural sweetness and spice.
- Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. In a separate bowl, whisk 1/2 cup milk, 1 large egg, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the Peaches: Gently fold the prepared peach chunks into the batter, ensuring they are evenly coated but not overmixed to maintain a light texture.
- Heat the Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat to approximately 350°F (175°C) to achieve a crisp, golden finish without greasiness.
- Fry the Fritters: Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying in batches. Cook each fritter for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Make the Bourbon Glaze: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 3 tablespoons butter. Stir in 3/4 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons bourbon, and a pinch of salt until the glaze is smooth and glossy.
- Drizzle and Serve: Drizzle the warm bourbon glaze over the fritters and serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use ripe peaches for juicier, more flavorful fritters.
- Maintain oil temperature around 350°F to avoid greasy or undercooked fritters.
- Mix the batter until just combined to keep fritters tender and light.
- Adjust bourbon and powdered sugar amounts to achieve preferred glaze thickness.
- Fritters are best served fresh and warm for optimal crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters with glaze
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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