Cosmic Crisp^® Apple Fries

Directions

Golden, crispy and coated in cinnamon sugar, these Apple Fries are a fun twist on a classic dessert. Made with crisp Cosmic Crisp® apples and served with a silky salted-caramel dipping sauce, they’re guaranteed to surprise with the first bite.⁠

1. Peel the Cosmic Crisp® apples. Cut each apple into four cheeks, removing the core, then slice each cheek into batons about 1cm thick. Pat dry well with paper towel.⁠
2. Heat 5–6cm of vegetable oil in a medium saucepan to 170°C.⁠
3. Place the tempura flour into a bowl. Gradually whisk in the ice-cold sparkling water until just combined. The batter should be the consistency of thickened cream. Don’t overmix—a few small lumps are perfectly fine.⁠
4. Working in batches, dip the apple batons into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off before carefully lowering them into the hot oil.⁠
5. Fry for 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly golden and crisp. Transfer to a wire rack for 30 seconds.⁠
6. Combine the caster sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. While still warm, toss the apple fries in the cinnamon sugar until evenly coated.⁠
7. If needed, stir the thickened cream through the salted caramel sauce until smooth and spoonable.⁠
8. Stand the apple fries upright in a small bowl or ramekin lined with baking paper and serve immediately with the salted caramel dipping sauce.