Description
Experience the joy of homemade Orange-Cinnamon Fritters, where the sweet citrus flavor meets warm spices in a perfectly crispy treat. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or any day you crave something special, these fritters are sure to delight your family and friends. With a golden exterior and a fluffy interior, each bite is like a cozy hug—perfect for sharing or savoring solo.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, beat the egg with milk, orange juice, and zest until frothy. Gently pour into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to about 350°F (175°C). Spoon heaping tablespoons of batter into the hot oil.
- Fry until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes each side). Drain on paper towels and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg