Description
Samoa Apple Slices offer a delicious island-inspired treat featuring crispy battered and fried apple rounds topped with luscious caramel sauce, toasted coconut, chocolate syrup, and an optional sprinkle of sea salt. This recipe combines sweet, crunchy, and creamy textures for a delightful snack or dessert perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Slices
- 6 Granny Smith apples, cored and sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
Batter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Frying & Topping
- Vegetable oil, for frying (about 1 inch in the skillet)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce, store-bought or homemade
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut, toasted
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup, store-bought or homemade
- Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Core the Granny Smith apples and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds, ensuring uniform thickness for even cooking.
- Make Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate small bowl, whisk the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently whisk until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light and adjust the consistency with a little more milk or flour if necessary.
- Heat Oil: Add about 1 inch of vegetable oil to a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or pot. Heat it over medium heat until the oil reaches 350°F (175°C), suitable for frying.
- Fry Apples: Dip each apple slice into the batter, allowing excess batter to drip off, then carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry the slices in batches for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and tender.
- Drain: Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried apple slices and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil, keeping them crispy.
- Assemble: While the apple slices are still warm, drizzle each with caramel sauce. Then sprinkle toasted shredded coconut on top, pressing lightly to make the coconut adhere.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Drizzle chocolate syrup over the top of the caramel and coconut-covered apple slices for added richness.
- Salt (Optional): For a flavor contrast, lightly sprinkle a pinch of coarse sea salt over the finished apple slices.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm to enjoy the best texture and flavors.
Notes
- Use Granny Smith apples for tartness that balances the sweetness of the toppings.
- Make sure the oil is at the correct temperature to prevent greasy apple slices.
- Use fresh toasted coconut or toast shredded coconut in a dry pan until golden and fragrant for best flavor.
- The coarse sea salt adds a lovely contrast but can be omitted if you prefer sweeter flavors only.
- Serve this dessert warm for the best taste and texture experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
