Apricot Fritters
Submitted by freakchild6
Fresh apricots stuffed with almonds, soaked in rum, then dipped in cinnamon batter and deep-fried until golden for a show-stopping dessert.
YIELD
8 servingsPREP
30 minCOOK
30 minREADY
60 minThese elegant fritters turn fresh apricots into something special by removing the pits and replacing them with whole almonds.
A splash of white rum soaks into the fruit while you make a spiced batter with flour, cornstarch, cinnamon, and melted butter.
Each apricot gets a dip in the batter then goes into hot oil for about 6-7 minutes until the coating turns deep golden and the fruit inside cooks to tender perfection.
Serve them hot with a generous dusting of powdered sugar.
Pro Tips
- Remove the pits carefully through the slit to keep apricots intact
- Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for even cooking and crispy coating
- Keep finished fritters warm in a low oven while frying the rest
Ingredients
Directions
RINSE THE APRICOTS, slit the sides and remove the pits with a small spoon, leaving the apricots intact. Replace each pit with an almond. Place the apricots in a bowl and sprinkle the slit sides with the rum.
For the batter, combine the dry ingredients in a bowl and whisk in the water, then the melted butter.
Pour the oil into a 4-quart pan and heat it to 350℉ (180℃). With a fork, dip the apricots into the batter and add to the hot oil 3 or 4 at a time, frying them about 6 or 7 minutes, until the batter is a deep golden and the apricots are cooked, but still firm. Drain the fritters on absorbent paper as they are fried and keep them warm in a 300F oven.
To serve, sprinkle the fritters generously with confectioners’ sugar.
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