Ingreadient

• vegetable oil, for deep-frying
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
• 2 large eggs
• 3/4 cup whole milk
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 granny smith apples, cored and cut into small dice
• powdered sugar, for dusting, optional
• serving suggestions: breakfast sausage and bacon