Maple Bourbon Glazed Apple Bacon Fritters

These Maple Bourbon Glazed Apple Bacon Fritters are a delightful combination of sweet and savory. The crispy fritters are packed with diced apples and crispy bacon, then drizzled with a luscious maple bourbon glaze. Perfect for a special breakfast treat or a delicious dessert.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2/3 cup milk
• 1/4 cup bourbon
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups diced apples peeled and cored
• 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg

In another bowl, combine the milk, bourbon, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract

Mix well

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Do not overmix

Fold in the diced apples and crumbled bacon into the batter

Heat oil in a deep fryer or a large, deep skillet to 350F 175C

Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, using a slotted spoon or scoop

Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side, turning as needed for even cooking

Remove the fritters using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil

For the glaze, mix together 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon bourbon until smooth

Drizzle the glaze over the warm fritters

Serve the Maple Bourbon Glazed Apple Bacon Fritters while they are still warm and enjoy!