Prep Time: 15 minutes.

Cook Time: 20 minutes.

Yield: Makes 2 dozen.

Vegan mulberry fritters are fresh mulberries dipped in a simple batter that are sure to be a big hit.

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Ingredients

>> 1/4 cup + 2tbsp unbleached flour
>> 1/3 cup arrowroot powder
>> 1 tbsp baking powder
>> 1/2 cup carbonated water
>> Oil for frying
>> fresh mulberries (see note below)
>> Powdered sugar or sugar/cinnamon mix for rolling

Instructions

Place two or three mulberries onto a skewers. Repeat this until you have about 2 dozen prepared skewers. Set aside.

Sift all the dry ingredients into a medium size bowl. Using a hand mixer, slowly add the sparkling water until no lumps remain.

Heat oil to about 350F or until you place a drop of water into the oil and it sizzles.

Take your skewered fruit and cover with batter. It is best to spoon the batter on. (If you try to twirl the fruit in the batter, they may fall off.) Place immediately into the oil. Swirl it until the batter remains formed. Cook only 3 or 4 at a time depending on the size of the pan you're using. Continuously turn the skewers until all sides are golden brown.

Carefully remove from oil and let drain on thick paper towel.

Once drained but still warm, roll the fritter in a sugar/cinnamon mix or sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Note: No fresh mulberries? Swap out with fresh fruit of your choice. Some suggestions include blueberries, aronia berries, serviceberries, or salals.

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Recipe Category: Desserts and Snacks