Sourdough Discard Apple Fritters

Sourdough discard apple fritters with cinnamon sugar are pan-fried until crisp, golden, and tender inside for an easy homemade dessert.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 15 min · Yield: 12 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 1 cup sourdough discard
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 medium apple
• 1 large egg
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Cooking instructions

1. Peel, core, and finely dice the apple. (about 5 min)
2. Whisk the discard, egg, and 1/4 cup sugar until smooth. (about 2 min)
3. Stir in the flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt just until a thick batter forms. Fold in the diced apple. (about 2 min)
4. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 350°F. (about 3 min) — 350°F
5. Pan-fry rounded tablespoons of batter in batches, flattening slightly, for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and the centers are set. (about 10 min) — Medium heat
6. Stir together the remaining sugar and cinnamon, then dust the warm fritters with the cinnamon sugar. (about 2 min)