How to Make Fresh Peach Fritters - A Step-by-Step Guide

When summer rolls around and peaches are at their ripest and juiciest, there is no better way to enjoy them than by indulging in some freshly made peach fritters. These delectable treats are a delightful way to showcase the sweet and luscious flavor of fresh peaches. Fritters are a beloved Southern American classic, often enjoyed as a sweet snack or dessert. The combination of tender, sweet peaches folded into a light, crispy batter and fried to golden perfection is absolutely irresistible.

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Ingredients

  • vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 3 ounces vanilla yogurt
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup peeled and diced fresh peaches, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, and salt together in a bowl. Beat cream, vanilla yogurt, and egg together in a separate bowl until smooth. Pour flour mixture into cream mixture and mix until a sticky dough forms; fold in peaches.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the dough, working in batches, into the hot oil and fry until fritters are golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove fritters with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Nutrition

    279 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 45mg
    • Sodium: 204mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 88mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 81mg