Founder's Inn Blueberry Fritters

The Founders Inn and Spa’s name comes from the founding fathers who drafted the Constitution for the United States in 1787. Boasting old-world charm and the finest southern hospitality in the heart of Virginia Beach, this luxe accomodation provides the appeal and warmth of a country inn. Try these luscious treats with your morning coffee or with vanilla ice cream for dessert.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 20

Ingredients

• 1  cup all-purpose flour
• 1  teaspoon baking powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 cup granulated sugar
• 2  teaspoons cinnamon
• 2  eggs, beaten
• 1  cup milk
• 2  pints blueberries, rinsed and picked over for stems
•  oil, for frying

Directions

1. Place all dry ingredients together in a bowl and mix well.
2. Beat the eggs and the milk together.
3. Mix into dry mixture, mixing until batter is smooth.
4. Add the blueberries.
5. Using a tablespoon, dip some of the batter, catching 8 to 10 berries in each spoonful, and drop them into hot vegetable oil.
6. Fry the fritters in a large fry pan (the oil should be 1/2 inch deep) about 2 to 2 1/2 minutes for each side or until golden.
7. Drain briefly on paper towels and serve immediately.
8. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve with vanilla ice cream.