Step 1

Peel and chop the apples into small pieces (or shred them).

Step 2

Beat the eggs, milk, and lemon juice. Mix well.

Step 3

Mix the dry ingredients in a separate bowl and stir into the wet ingredients.

Step 4

Stir the apples into the batter, but be careful to not overmix.

Step 5

Pour several inches of oil into a deep pot and bring it to 350°.

Step 6

Drop the batter by large tablespoonfuls into the hot oil. It's best to fry only a few fritters at a time and not crowd them. Try to consistently keep the oil temperature around 350°.

Step 7

Fry the fritters for about 2 minutes on each side or until nicely browned. Remove them with a slotted spoon onto a wire rack to cool.

Step 8

Once cooled, dunk the fritters into the glaze and place them on a wire rack to dry. Or brush the glaze over the top.

Step 9

They are the best to eat while fresh. But you can also store them loosely covered at room temperature for up to two days. Refrigerate them for up to a week. Or freeze them in an airtight container for up to a couple of months.

Step 10

While the fritters cool, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk in a small bowl. The glaze should be on the thinner side. If the glaze is too thin, add extra powdered sugar to thicken it. If it's too thick, add a little extra milk to thin it out.