5 Simple Secrets for Incredible Fresh Peach Fritters
Unlock the secrets to bakery-quality fresh peach fritters right in your own kitchen. This recipe guarantees light, fluffy, and flavor-packed results every time, complete with a delicious and easy-to-make peach glaze. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert!
Equipment
- Candy or Deep-Fry Thermometer
- Heavy-bottomed Pot or Deep Skillet
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
For the Fritters
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (60 g)
- 3 ounces vanilla yogurt
- 1 large egg
- 1 can peaches (15.25 ounces), diced and juice reserved for glaze
- Vegetable or canola oil, for frying
For the Peach Glaze
- 1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar (150 g)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3-6 teaspoons reserved peach juice or milk/water
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and nutmeg. Set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, beat together the heavy whipping cream, vanilla yogurt, and egg until smooth.
- Mix the Batter: Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Stir gently with a spatula only until combined. Do not overmix!
- Add Peaches: Gently fold in the well-drained, diced peaches.
- Heat the Oil: Fill a heavy-bottomed pot or deep skillet with about 2 inches of oil. Heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 375°F (190°C) on a thermometer.
- Fry the Fritters: Using a ¼-cup measure or a large cookie scoop, carefully drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Do not crowd the pan. Fry for 2-4 minutes per side, until deep golden brown.
- Check for Doneness & Cool: Transfer the cooked fritters to a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. To test for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, vanilla, and 3 teaspoons of the reserved peach juice. Whisk until smooth. Add more juice, 1 teaspoon at a time, until a pourable consistency is reached.
- Drizzle and Set: Drizzle the glaze over the warm fritters. Let them sit for a few minutes for the glaze to set before serving.