These fresh peach fritters are golden, crispy on the outside, and soft and fluffy on the inside—packed with juicy diced peaches and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for summer breakfasts, brunch, or a light dessert, these homemade fritters are easy to prepare and bursting with seasonal flavor.
For the fritters:
1½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅔ cup whole milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1½ cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced (about 2 medium peaches)
Vegetable oil for frying (enough for 2 inches deep in pan)
For the glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until well combined.
Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined—do not overmix.
Gently fold the diced fresh peaches into the batter with a spatula, mixing until evenly distributed.
In a deep skillet or pot, pour vegetable oil to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C) using a thermometer to monitor the temperature.
Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, carefully drop small spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, a few at a time. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate or wire rack to drain and cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
Drizzle the glaze over the warm fritters or dip the tops into the glaze. Let the glaze set for 5 minutes before serving.
Use firm, ripe peaches for the best texture. Overripe peaches may make the batter too wet.
Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying—this can cause the oil temperature to drop.
No thermometer? Drop a small amount of batter into the oil; it should sizzle and float to the top.
To make ahead: You can prepare the batter up to 2 hours in advance and refrigerate it until ready to fry.
Want a twist? Add a pinch of nutmeg or a handful of blueberries for extra flavor.