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Chestnut Flour and Apple Fritters

Chestnut Flour and Apple Fritters are a soft, golden fall treat with raisins and a touch of tradition, perfect for an afternoon snack.
Recipe Chestnut Flour and Apple Fritters
  • Difficulty Medium
  • Preparation 20 minutes
  • Cooking 25 minutes
  • Servings for 6 people

If you are looking for a recipe for fluffy apple and chestnut fritters that wins you over at first bite, these sweet fritters with chestnut flour and apples are the perfect idea to make every fall snack special. They are surprisingly simple to make and let you serve a fall dessert with apples and chestnut flour with a warm aroma and a full flavor, ideal on cooler days as well as for celebrations such as St. Martin’s Day.

These soft fritters hold all the warmth of home-cooking traditions: chestnut flour, which Italians also call “farina dolce” (sweet flour), pairs perfectly with the juicy flesh of apples, while a handful of raisins adds a truly irresistible aromatic note. Imagine biting into a golden crust that gives way to a wholesome, light and moist inside. The secret of how to make chestnut and apple fritters that stay crisp and tempting lies in the right balance between batter and resting, together with quick frying that seals in all the flavor.

This chestnut flour and apple fritter recipe is perfect for anyone looking for quick fritters with chestnut flour and apples to enjoy with friends, perhaps with a cup of fragrant tea or a glass of mulled wine on fall evenings. If you love experimenting with easy desserts, let yourself be inspired by classic Chestnut Fritters and Chestnut Pancakes, or round out your table with alternatives such as All-Apple Cake, Mini Apple Galettes or Apple Puff Pastry Turnovers. Now all that’s left is to make your soft chestnut and apple fritters: they will be the perfect sweet comfort, a journey through aromas and memories that will make any moment special.

Ingredients for 6 people

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Method

  1. To make the chestnut flour and apple fritters, soak the raisins in the liqueur for about 30 minutes, so they soften and take on its flavor.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the type 0 flour, chestnut flour and baking powder. Add the granulated sugar and the melted, cooled butter, then pour in the milk in a thin stream, whisking until the batter is smooth and even.
  3. Add the well-squeezed raisins, two tablespoons of the soaking liqueur and the apple, peeled, cored and cut into small cubes. Mix to combine the ingredients well.
  4. Heat plenty of peanut oil in a high-sided saucepan to 170 °C (340 °F). Using two teaspoons, scoop up small portions of batter and slide them into the hot oil, frying a few at a time until golden and puffed.
  5. Drain the fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to remove the excess oil. Serve them warm, dusted with powdered sugar, and enjoy them right away. Finally, remember to download our App with exclusive content and fewer ads!

Variations and Alternatives

Replace the apples with diced ripe pears for a more delicate version, or with chocolate chips for an indulgent touch. You can also cook them in an air fryer for a lighter version, reducing the cooking time.

Tips

For a more intense flavor, you can add a teaspoon of cinnamon or grated lemon zest. If you want to avoid the liqueur, you can soak the raisins in warm water or apple juice.

Storage

Chestnut flour and apple fritters are best freshly made. You can keep them for one day at room temperature under a cake dome, but it is best to warm them briefly before serving.

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