A comforting Latvian dessert featuring apple slices fried in a light, airy batter. Perfectly sweet, crispy on the outside, tender on the inside – ideal with tea. 🍎☕
Ingredients
- 400 g apples (firm, sweet or slightly tart)
- 100 g all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 120 ml milk
- 20 g sugar
- 40 ml heavy cream (35% fat)
- 100 g fat (for frying — lard, butter, or vegetable oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the batter base:In a bowl, combine the egg whites with a pinch of salt, sugar, and half of the milk. Whisk lightly.
- Add flour:Gradually sift in the flour and mix until smooth.
- Finish the batter:Add the rest of the milk and stir. Let the batter rest for 25–30 minutes to develop flavor and texture.
- Prep the apples:Peel and core the apples, then slice into 1–2 cm thick rings. Sprinkle with a bit of sugar and let them sit while the batter rests.
- Fold in whipped cream:After resting, gently fold the whipped heavy cream into the batter.
- Fry the apples:Heat the fat in a frying pan. Dip each apple ring in the batter using a fork and fry until golden on both sides.
- Serve:Dust the hot apple fritters with powdered sugar and cinnamon. Serve immediately while hot and crispy!
Notes
🍎 Latvian-Style Apples – Sweet, Golden and Perfect with Tea!
👨🍳 Hi there! I'm a big fan of Latvian cuisine, and if you're like me and enjoy tea with something homemade and delicious — you're in for a treat.Today I’ll show you how to make Latvian-Style Apples – sweet apple slices dipped in a delicate batter and fried until golden. It’s simple, cozy, and oh-so-perfect for teatime. ☕🍏 Forget the store-bought cookies — this traditional Latvian dessert will charm you with its aroma and texture. Let's get cooking!
🍽️ Serving Suggestions for Latvian-Style Apples
1. Classic Style – with Cinnamon and Powdered Sugar
Serve the hot apple rings sprinkled with powdered sugar and a pinch of ground cinnamon. Add a sprig of mint for aroma and a fresh look 🌿.💡 Perfect with black or fruit tea.
2. With Honey and Walnuts
Drizzle the warm apple slices with liquid honey 🍯 and sprinkle with chopped walnuts. This adds both crunch and richness to the dish.💡 Elegant presentation and absolutely delicious!
3. With a Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream
Place a few hot apple rings on a plate with a scoop of vanilla ice cream 🍨 on the side. The contrast of temperatures and textures is magical!💡 A perfect dessert for guests or festive dinners.
4. With Creamy Sauce or Caramel
Serve with a generous spoonful of homemade vanilla or caramel sauce. You can also try salted caramel for a more complex flavor.💡 The creamy sauce beautifully complements the apple tartness.
5. On Skewers as Finger Food
If you're planning a party or picnic, thread the fried apples onto wooden skewers and serve them as mini bites.💡 Fun, hands-free, and eye-catching!
Sounds delicious! I’m intrigued by the heavy cream in the batter – will definitely have to try this recipe.