Apfelküchlein (Deep Fried Apple Cakes) Recipe

Name: Apfelküchlein (Deep Fried Apple Cakes)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -5 tart apples; 1 - 1 1/4 cup flour; 1/4 cup ground hazelnuts; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 5 ounces apple cider; 2 eggs, separated; 1 teaspoon oil; 1 lemon, juice of; oil, for deep-frying; cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar

Servings: persons

4 -5 tart apples
1 - 1 1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup ground hazelnuts
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
5 ounces apple cider
2 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon oil
1 lemon, juice of
oil, for deep-frying
cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar

1
Add flour, hazelnuts, salt, one tablespoon of sugar and the vanilla to a bowl and mix well.
2
Add apple cider and stir.
3
Add yolk of 2 eggs and one teaspoon of oil and mix well.
4
Let the dough rest for about 30 minutes.
5
Peel the apples and remove the core.
6
Cut the apples in rings, each about 1/2 inch thick.
7
Add 3 tablespoons of sugar to the lemon juice, toss with the apples and set aside.
8
Add a pinch of salt to the eggwhites and beat until it is stiff, carefully fold it into the dough.
9
Heat the oil in a deep frying-pan to 375u00b0.
10
Dip one ring of apple at a time into the dough and fry it immediately in the oil on both sides until it is brown.
11
Drip off the oil.
12
Sprinkle confectioner's or cinnamon sugar evenly over the rings while they are still warm and serve them immediately.
13
They will also taste good when they are cold, especially if you serve them with some warm vanilla icing.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 -5 tart apples, 1 - 1 1/4 cup flour, 1/4 cup ground hazelnuts, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Apfelküchlein (Deep Fried Apple Cakes) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apfelküchlein (Deep Fried Apple Cakes)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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