Apfelküchlein (Deep Fried Apple Cookies) Recipe

Name: Apfelküchlein (Deep Fried Apple Cookies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -5 sour apples (e.g. Jonathan or Boskop); 4 tablespoons sugar; 1 lemon, juice of; 4 ounces white flour (120 g); 1 1/2 ounces ground hazelnuts (40 g); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons vanilla sugar; 5 fluid ounces apple cider (1 1/2 dl); 2 eggs, separated; 1 teaspoon oil; deep-frying oil; confectioners' sugar or cinnamon sugar, for dusting

Servings: persons

4 -5 sour apples (e.g. Jonathan or Boskop)
4 tablespoons sugar
1 lemon, juice of
4 ounces white flour (120 g)
1 1/2 ounces ground hazelnuts (40 g)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla sugar
5 fluid ounces apple cider (1 1/2 dl)
2 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon oil
deep-frying oil
confectioners' sugar or cinnamon sugar, for dusting

1
Peal the apples and remove the core. Cut each apple into rings, each about 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick; set aside.
2
Add 3 tablespoons of sugar to the lemon juice, brush the lemon/sugar mixture over the apples and set them aside for about 30 minutes.
3
In a bowl, mix together flour, hazelnuts, salt, one tablespoon of sugar and the vanilla sugar. Add apple cider and stir well. Add both egg yolks and one teaspoon oil, and mix well. Leave the dough alone for about 30 minutes.
4
Add a pinch of salt to the egg whites and beat until stiff. Carefully mix it with the dough.
5
Heat the dry-frying oil in a frying pan to 375u00b0F (190u00b0C).
6
Dip one coated ring of apple at a time into the dough and fry it immediately in the oil on both sides until lightly browned.
7
Drain off excess oil.
8
Dust cookies with confectioner's or cinnamon sugar while still warm, and serve them immediately. But they also taste good cold, especially if served with warm vanilla sauce.

375

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 sour apples (e.g. Jonathan or Boskop), 4 tablespoons sugar, 1 lemon, juice of, 4 ounces white flour (120 g), and more.

Yes, Apfelküchlein (Deep Fried Apple Cookies) 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 Cookies)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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