VANILLA & CINNAMON-KISSED APPLE LATKES

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Latkes are crispy fried pancakes, often made with potatoes. But this sweet version with apples, orange juice, cinnamon and vanilla falls in the dessert realm. -Candy McMenamin, Lexington, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
4 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups orange juice
1 cup 2% milk
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-3/4 pounds apples (about 6 large apples), peeled and shredded
3/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and cinnamon; set aside., In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Stir in the orange juice, milk, eggs and vanilla until blended; fold in apples., Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium heat. Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls into oil; press lightly to flatten. Fry in batches until golden brown on both sides, using remaining oil as needed. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Fat 17g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Marisol Melendez
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I found that the apple latkes were a bit dry. I think I'll add some more applesauce next time.


ismailkhanjadoon ismailkhanjadoon
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These apple latkes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference.


Joanie Calcott
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I'm not a big fan of apples, but I really enjoyed these apple latkes. The vanilla and cinnamon masked the apple flavor nicely.


Nwachukwu Joseph
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I made these apple latkes for a brunch party and they were a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor.


emisope lawal
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These apple latkes are a great way to use up leftover apples.


ryland mcdonald
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I followed the recipe exactly and the apple latkes turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a delicious vanilla and cinnamon flavor.


SOBITA RANI
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I made these apple latkes for my kids and they devoured them! They're a great way to get kids to eat their apples.


Millicent Nambalirwa
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These apple latkes are the perfect winter comfort food. They're warm, sweet, and satisfying.


Suju Basnet
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I've been making apple latkes for years, but this recipe is definitely my new favorite. The vanilla and cinnamon give them a unique flavor that I just love.


Saman Silwal
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I'm not much of a cook, but these apple latkes were easy to make and turned out great! My family loved them.


HAMZA crack ff
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These apple latkes were a hit at my Hanukkah dinner! The vanilla and cinnamon added a delicious twist to the classic recipe, and the latkes were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.