Delicious Apple Fritters with Salted Caramel Sauce

Indulge in the crispy and sweet goodness of homemade apple fritters made in an air fryer. These fritters are made with fresh apples, coated in a cinnamon sugar mixture, and air-fried to perfection. Serve them warm with a drizzle of salted caramel sauce for an extra touch of decadence. This recipe is easy to make and will satisfy all your sweet cravings. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a delightful snack!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups diced apples (peeled and cored)
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs. Whisk until well combined.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
4. Gently fold in the diced apples.
5. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
6. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the air fryer basket, leaving some space between each fritter. You may need to cook them in batches.
7. Air fry the fritters for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
8. While the fritters are air frying, prepare the salted caramel sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, heavy cream, and sea salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and turns golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
9. Drizzle the warm salted caramel sauce over the air-fried apple fritters.
10. Serve the apple fritters warm and enjoy!

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