Low Sodium Apple Fritter Donuts
Indulge in guilt-free sweetness with these Low Sodium Apple Fritter Donuts—perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings while keeping sodium to a minimum! Featuring tender bites of fresh, diced apple folded into a cinnamon-spiced batter, these homemade fritters are fried to golden perfection and topped with a luscious maple glaze. Crafted without compromising flavor, this recipe swaps classic ingredients for healthier alternatives like unsalted butter and avoids any added salt, making it ideal for anyone monitoring their sodium intake. Ready in under an hour, these donuts are a delightful balance of crisp edges and fluffy centers, offering a fall-inspired treat you can enjoy any time of year. Whether served warm or at room temperature, they’re sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 0.75 cup Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 medium Apple (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 3 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
In a separate bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and unsalted butter until smooth and fluffy.
Add the large eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition.
Slowly incorporate the whole milk and vanilla extract into the egg mixture, alternating with the flour mixture, until the batter is smooth.
Gently fold in the diced apple pieces into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil to a temperature of 350°F (175°C).
Using an ice cream scoop or spoon, carefully scoop the batter into the hot oil, frying 2-3 donuts at a time to avoid overcrowding.
Fry each donut for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and maple syrup to form a smooth glaze.
Once the donuts have cooled slightly, dip the tops into the glaze and allow them to set on a wire rack.
Serve the apple fritter donuts warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your low sodium treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 752.1 g | 964% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.2 g | 611% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 456 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 1121 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 459.0 g | 167% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 258.7 g | ||
| Protein | 43.6 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 893 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
