LOW CARB APPLE FRITTERS
123 calories, 7g fat, 4g net carbs, 5g protein
Servings: 1 Fritter w/ Caramel Sauce
Ingredients
For the fritters:
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar substitute
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 Tbsp Sugar Free Vanilla Protein Powder
- 1/4 tsp xanthan gum
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 2 eggs
- 2/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 Tbsp butter melted
- 1/2 cup finely chopped apples approx. 1/4 inch pieces
- oil for frying
For the optional cinnamon sprinkle topping:
- 2 Tbsp butter melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar substitute
- 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
For the optional Maple Bourbon Caramel Sauce:
- 1 tbsp bourbon
- 1/2 tsp. maple extract
- 1/2 cup sugar free caramel sauce
Instructions
For the fritters:
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Combine the dry ingredients in a medium bowl. Whisk together the eggs, almond milk, and melted butter in a small bowl. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, then add the apples and stir well. Let sit for 2 minutes. Form into 12 tightly packed balls.
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Heat about 1 inch of oil in a heavy bottomed pan (cast iron works great) until about 350 degrees (F). Fry the fritters for 1 – 2 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove to a paper towel to drain any extra oil.
For the cinnamon sprinkle:
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Combine the cinnamon and sweetener in a small bowl. Brush the fritters with the melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon/sweetener mixture and place on a serving platter.
For the Maple Bourbon Caramel Sauce:
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Add the caramel sauce, maple extract, and bourbon to a small saucepan. Heat for about 3 minutes or until bubbling. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Drizzle while still warm over the fritters and serve.
