Step 1

In a large, saucepan pour vegetable oil, until it is at least 3 inches, then place on medium heat until oil is 365 degrees F.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together and mix all the dry ingredients: flour, sugar , baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.

Step 3

Stir in the milk, eggs, vanilla and melted butter. Mix well until everything has been fully incorporated. Fold in the diced apples, adding enough to make a very chunky batter.

Step 4

The batter should be thick and spoonable.

Step 5

Drop heaping tablespoons of batter into the hot , you may need the aid of another spoon to scoop it out. Fry until golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes.

Step 6

Do not overcrowd the pan. Do so in batches.

Step 7

Turn the ball over and fry for a few more minutes until the other side is golden brown. Use a large spatula to remove from the fry pan, drain on paper towels.

Step 8

If desired, you can roll the finished product in table sugar or powdered sugar to make it sweeter.