Apple Fritters with Burnt Honey

Steps

1. 1For the burnt honey, place honey into a small saucepan over a medium-high heat. Bring to a boil for 2-3 minutes and cook until the honey darkens slightly (see tip). Remove from the heat and gently whisk in 2 tablespoons of water – be careful as it can spit. Set aside to cool.
2. 2Peel and core the apples and cut into 1cm dice. Toss with the lemon juice and set aside.
3. 3Heat oil to 180°C in a deep fryer (or you can use a saucepan). Line a baking tray with paper towel. Set a cooling rack over the top, to be used to drain the fritters.
4. 4For batter, whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt in a large mixing bowl. Whisk milk, eggs and vanilla in a separate bowl or jug, then whisk it into the flour mixture until you have a smooth batter. Fold in the apples and lemon juice, followed by the melted butter.
5. 5Carefully lower in heaped tablespoons of the batter into the hot oil, making sure you don’t overcrowd the pan (they will expand slightly). Cook for 2-3 minutes, turning over halfway until golden brown. Drain on a cooling rack and repeat in batches with the remaining batter.
6. 6Drizzle with the burnt honey and serve.