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Pumpkin Fritters

Make these light and fluffy pumpkin fritters for breakfast or dessert. Try with a warm cup of hot chocolate or coffee for the ultimate treat!
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 46kcal

Equipment

  • large non-stick pot

Ingredients

Cinnamon Powdered Sugar Topping

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and spices.
  • In a separate large bowl, add the pumpkin puree, milk, egg, brown sugar, and vanilla. Whisk the mixture until smooth and combined.
  • Add in the flour mixture. Mix just until combined and no lumps remaining.
  • Fill a Dutch oven/cast iron pot with at least 2 inches of vegetable oil and heat on medium-high until it reaches 320-350°F. 
  • Using a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, dollop the batter into the oil, cooking 4-5 at a time until deep golden brown.
  • Remove fritters from the oil with the spider tool and place on a tray lined with paper towels.
  • Dust the fritters with cinnamon powdered sugar.

Notes

Tips

  • Fritters can potentially fall apart if they become stuck to the pan: use enough oil, don't flip too fast or too often, and use a non-stick pan.
  • Remove when just crisp and golden on the outside.
  • Add a light dusting of powdered sugar (a little goes a long way).
  • serve with coffee or hot chocolate
Cooking fritters at a high temperature is not recommended. Preheat the pan first, then fry the fritters over medium to low heat.

Freezing/Reheating

Freeze for up to 2 months in a zippered bag. Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees F after thawing overnight in refrigerator. Do not microwave to re-heat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritter | Calories: 46kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1615IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg