Step 1

Whisk together flour, granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, baking powder, salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, allspice, cardamom, and nutmeg. Stir in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and melted butter.

Step 2

Toss apple pieces in cornstarch mixture, then fold this into batter.

Step 3

In a separate bowl combine reserved cinnamon and brown sugar with cornstarch. Fold caramel and apple pieces into batter.

Step 4

Heat oil to 270˚F in a deep pan. Use 2 spoons to make balls of dough and place them in oil, keeping only 4-6 or so small fritters in the pan at one time to avoid cooling the oil. Fry for 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove from oil to wire rack to cool.

Step 5

Combine all glaze ingredients in a bowl. If too runny add a bit more sugar, if too dry add 1/ 2 teaspoon more milk at a time. Once fritted have cooled off roll each one in glaze then set on cooling rack to drip. Allow glaze to set for at least 45 minutes before serving.