Easy Homemade Peach Fritters with Vanilla Glaze
These easy homemade peach fritters are soft, fluffy, lightly sweetened, and packed with fresh peaches. Finished with a simple vanilla glaze, they're perfect for summer!
Soft, Fluffy Peach Fritters Made with Fresh Peaches
If you're looking for an easy way to use fresh summer peaches, these homemade peach fritters are a delicious choice. They're golden brown on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and filled with juicy peaches in every bite.
Unlike many fritter recipes that rely on a lot of sugar, this batter is only lightly sweetened, allowing the natural sweetness of the peaches and the hint of vanilla to shine. A simple vanilla glaze finishes them off with just the right amount of sweetness, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or an afternoon treat.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Soft, fluffy, cake-like texture
Filled with fresh, juicy peaches
Lightly sweetened batter lets the peaches shine
Made with monk fruit sweetener with allulose or regular sugar
Easy pantry ingredients
Perfect for peach season
Ingredients
Peach Fritters
1 to 1¼ cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced into small pieces
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 tablespoons monk fruit sweetener with allulose (or 2 tablespoons granulated sugar)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Vegetable or canola oil, for frying
Vanilla Glaze
1½ cups powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
How to Make Peach Fritters
Step 1: Prepare the Peaches
Peel and dice the peaches into small pieces. If the peaches are especially juicy, gently pat them dry with paper towels before adding them to the batter. This helps keep the batter from becoming too wet.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, and sweetener until smooth. Fold in the diced peaches.
Step 3: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Step 4: Make the Batter
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold everything together just until no dry flour remains. The batter should be thick with a few small lumps. Don't overmix.
Step 5: Heat the Oil
Pour about 1 inch of vegetable or canola oil into a deep skillet or Dutch oven and heat it to 350°F.
Step 6: Fry the Fritters
Using a small cookie scoop or about 2 tablespoons of batter, carefully drop spoonfuls into the hot oil.
These fritters puff up as they cook, so leaving space between each one helps them cook evenly.
Fry for about 2–3 minutes per side, or until they're golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the cooked fritters to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate.
Step 7: Glaze
Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Add a little more milk if needed until the glaze reaches your preferred consistency.
Drizzle over warm fritters or dip the tops for a thicker glaze.
Helpful Tips
Pat juicy peaches dry before mixing them into the batter.
Keep the oil close to 350°F for the best texture.
Fry in small batches to keep the oil temperature consistent.
Don't overmix the batter.
A small cookie scoop makes evenly sized fritters.
These are best enjoyed warm the day they're made.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen peaches?
Yes. Thaw them completely and pat them dry before adding them to the batter.
Can I substitute regular sugar?
Absolutely! Replace the monk fruit sweetener with the same amount of granulated sugar.
Why is the batter only lightly sweetened?
That's intentional! The goal is to let the fresh peaches provide much of the sweetness while the vanilla glaze finishes the fritters with just the right amount of sweetness. The result is a balanced dessert that's fruity instead of overly sugary.
Can I use canned peaches?
Yes, but drain them very well and pat them dry before dicing. Fresh peaches will give the best flavor and texture.
Can I make these ahead of time?
They're best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days WITHOUT icing.
Storage
Store leftover fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days WITHOUT glaze.
Store in an airtight container WITH glaze in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
To reheat, warm them in a 325°F air fryer for 3–5 minutes or in a 300°F oven until heated through.
Yield
Makes approximately 20 small fritters, about one size larger than a doughnut hole.
Final Thoughts
These homemade peach fritters are one of my favorite ways to enjoy fresh peaches. They're soft, fluffy, lightly sweetened, and full of juicy peach flavor, with a simple vanilla glaze that ties everything together.
Whether you're making them for a weekend breakfast, brunch with family, or a sweet summer dessert, they're a fun twist on a classic fritter that's sure to become a seasonal favorite.
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