Description

    A holiday classic.

    Ingredients

    2 egg yolks
    1⁄2Cupmilk
    2Tablespoonbrandy
    1Tablespoonunsalted butter, melted
    1Cupflour, all-purpose
    1Tablespoonsugar
    1⁄4Teaspoonsalt
    1Cupvegetable oil
    2 egg whites
    4 macintosh apples, or similarly juicy variety such as ida red, cored
    3Tablespoonsugar, for garnish (optional)
    1⁄4Cupmaple syrup, for garnish (optional)

    Instructions

    In a medium mixing bowl, whisk to combine the egg yolks, milk, brandy, and melted butter. Sift in the flour, sugar, and salt. Combine well using a whisk, and chill for at least 1 hour.

    Heat oil in a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Beat the egg whites until stiff but not dry, using a whisk. Fold egg whites into the batter using a rubber spatula.

    Slice apples into 1/4-inch-thick slices; discard the first and last slice of each apple. Dip the apple slices into the batter to coat. Remove with a fork, and gently place in the heated oil. Cook in small batches until deep golden in color, about 1 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer to paper-towel-lined plate. Serve immediately with a sprinkling of sugar or a drizzling of maple syrup.



    Summary

    Yield
    Servings
    Source

    FoodNetwork

    Prep time20 minutes