2-Ways Sweetened Orange Fritters (Crispy and Soft Triangles and Swivels)

Golden, fluffy, and packed with a sweet citrus twist, orange fritters have a way of making you feel like you’ve bitten into a cloud of sunshine. The 2 Ways Sweetened Version of this beloved treat comes in two delightful variations: the spiral-shaped swivels, oozing with orange and lemon zest, and the playful triangles, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

Whether you’re frying up a batch to pair with coffee or sharing them at a festive brunch, these fritters will have you hooked from the first bite.

What Are Orange Fritters? 

Fritters are a go-to food when you’re craving something crunchy and sweet. This orange fritters in particular offer an aromatic burst of flavors, combining the tang of orange zest with a delicate fried dough base. They come in both spiral-shaped swivels and crispy triangles, making them adaptable for every mood or occasion.

Fritters have been around for centuries, with the first versions being made in ancient Rome. Over time, this fried delight has evolved, but it’s always remained a simple yet perfect indulgence. Whether it’s apples, bananas, or oranges inside, fritters are made to be deliciously flexible.

Pro Tips for Perfect Sweetened Orange Fritters 

• The key to puffy swivels fritters is giving the dough enough time to rise, at least two hours. It’ll double in volume, ensuring a light and airy texture once fried.
• Use medium heat to fry the fritters. Too hot, and they’ll burn outside while staying raw inside; too low, and they won’t crisp up.
• Once the fritters are golden and crispy, place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
• You can combine sugar with a pinch of cinnamon or even a little nutmeg to add extra flavor to the coating.
• For that perfect crunch, make sure the edges of the fritters are nice and golden before removing them from the oil.
• For extra fluffiness, don’t skip the yeast in the dough. It makes the fritters wonderfully light and airy.

Can I Make These Fritters Ahead of Time?  

Yes! These fritters are best served fresh, but if you need to make them ahead of time, you can fry them, cool them, and store them in an airtight container for up to a day. Reheat them in the oven to get the crispiness back.

How Do I Make the Dough Less Sticky?

If your dough feels too sticky, you can add a little more flour, but be cautious not to overdo it. The dough should still be soft and slightly tacky for the best texture.

What’s The Best Way to Serve Them?  

These fritters are perfect on their own, but they can also be served with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of honey. Pair them with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful breakfast.

Can I Add a Filling to The Fritters?  

Yes! You can add a filling like chocolate chips, cream cheese, or even fruit preserves before rolling up the dough for an extra surprise inside each bite.

Why Are My Fritters Not Crispy?

The fritters might not turn out crispy if the oil temperature is too low during frying. This causes the dough to absorb excess oil, resulting in a greasy and soggy texture instead of a crisp exterior.

Additionally, if the dough is too thick or not evenly rolled out, it may not fry evenly, preventing the outer layer from becoming golden and crispy.

How to Store Leftovers

To keep your fritters fresh for the next day, let them cool completely before storing them in an airtight container and popping them into a refrigerator. If you’re planning to store them for longer, you can freeze them. When reheating, place them in the oven for a few minutes to restore their crispiness.

How to Make 2-Ways Sweetened Orange Fritters

How to Make The Swivels

Step 1

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, vanilla sugar, dry yeast, milk, egg, butter, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the dough begins to come together. Once it starts to form, knead it with your hands for a few minutes until you get a compact, smooth dough. Cover the dough with cling film and let it rise for about 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, vanilla sugar, dry yeast, milk, egg, butter, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the dough begins to come together. Once it starts to form, knead it with your hands for a few minutes until you get a compact, smooth dough. Cover the dough with cling film and let it rise for about 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 2

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the sugar with the zest of orange and lemon. Stir well to ensure the zest infuses with the sugar for a refreshing citrus fragrance.

In a small bowl, combine the sugar with the zest of orange and lemon. Stir well to ensure the zest infuses with the sugar for a refreshing citrus fragrance.

Step 3

Step 3

Once the dough has risen, transfer it to your work surface and roll it out into a rectangular shape. Spread the sugar and citrus zest mixture evenly over the dough. Then, roll it up tightly like a log and cut into slices.

Once the dough has risen, transfer it to your work surface and roll it out into a rectangular shape. Spread the sugar and citrus zest mixture evenly over the dough. Then, roll it up tightly like a log and cut into slices.

Step 4

Step 4

Heat some oil in a pan, and fry the dough slices in batches until they turn golden brown on both sides. Make sure to keep an eye on them, nobody likes burnt fritters.

Heat some oil in a pan, and fry the dough slices in batches until they turn golden brown on both sides. Make sure to keep an eye on them, nobody likes burnt fritters.

Step 5

Step 5

Once the fritters are perfectly golden, arrange them on a plate, and you have your sweetened orange swivels ready to be devoured.

Once the fritters are perfectly golden, arrange them on a plate, and you have your sweetened orange swivels ready to be devoured.

How to Make the Triangles

Step 6

Step 6

Start by grating the orange zest and juice into a bowl. Add the sugar, vanilla sugar, milk, flour, and baking powder. Mix everything together until the dough starts to form. Knead it by hand until it becomes a compact dough.

Start by grating the orange zest and juice into a bowl. Add the sugar, vanilla sugar, milk, flour, and baking powder. Mix everything together until the dough starts to form. Knead it by hand until it becomes a compact dough.

Step 7

Step 7

Roll out the dough onto a floured surface and cut it into triangle shapes using a dough cutter.

Roll out the dough onto a floured surface and cut it into triangle shapes using a dough cutter.

Step 8

Step 8

Heat oil in a pan, and carefully add the dough triangles. Fry them on both sides until golden brown and crispy. Be sure to flip them gently to maintain their shape.

Heat oil in a pan, and carefully add the dough triangles. Fry them on both sides until golden brown and crispy. Be sure to flip them gently to maintain their shape.

Step 9

Step 9

Once the triangles are crispy and golden, remove them from the pan and coat them with a generous sprinkle of sugar. Serve them up on a plate, and enjoy the irresistible crunch.

Once the triangles are crispy and golden, remove them from the pan and coat them with a generous sprinkle of sugar. Serve them up on a plate, and enjoy the irresistible crunch.