Apple Fritters

very easy

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 32

Ingredients

• 1  cup all-purpose flour
• 5  tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 2  apples, peeled, halved lengthwise, cored, and sliced 1/4-inch thick (1 pound)
•  confectioners' sugar, for dusting
• 4  cups  vegetable oil

Directions

1. Stir together flour, granulated sugar, and salt, and whisk to combine.
2. Heat oil in a 5-quart heavy pot until the thermometer registers 375 degrees F.
3. Dip apple slices in batter, shaking off excess, and fry, about 8 at a time, until golden, about 1 1/2 minutes on each side.
4. Transfer fritters with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
5. Serve warm, dusted with confectioners' sugar.