#fritterfriday

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Happy #FritterFriday! It’s time to get up and eat some carbs — the ultra unhealthy carbs that continue to taste so damn good. Today, we have the Dunkin’ (@dunkin) apple fritter. But first — how would you show possession for Dunkin’ considering it has an apostrophe at the end? Two apostrophes? Dunkin’’s? Dunkin’s’? You really didn’t think this one through, DD. Or did you? Whatever. I’m a copywriter and writing this hurts my brain. I feel for your own copywriters. I really enjoy Dunkin’ — their dark roasts are better than regular roast. The cold brew is better than Starbucks, although the latter has an edge with lattes and specialty coffees. Still, I make it a point to dunk into Dunkin’. However, the apple fritter is something they didn’t think through either. It’s no Boston Kreme or headlight. Everything about this apple fritter is great — the aesthetic, the exterior and interior, the glaze, the flavor — except for the boogery apple glop. May I remind you this is an apple fritter, not a jelly donut. This apple filling comes from a bucket, which is filled in some food factory. It’s gross. It’s uncalled for. I would have been less surprised, shocked, disgusted if there was applesauce instead— but it would have to be my Nana’s recipe because there are actual pieces of apple. Fred the Baker (Michael Vale) is spinning in his grave. It’s time to make the fritters — better. Dammit, Dunkin’! Arrrgh! I’m not angry. I’m … just …disappointed. I’m going to go stress eat and eat a whole pizza. (at William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQQ4TW_rrcw/?utm_medium=tumblr

[davidwfloydart]

Popcorn time 🥱 #popcorn🍿 #naptime #popcornobsession #puppylove❤️ #fritterfriday #bedroomgoals #bedtime (at Catalina Foothills, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CgVBGZLPTe2-s0t0zhGSb-Q9bqFLzKwV9ISrfo0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Happy #FritterFriday! Change of plans for today’s post because today I got a special delivery from Bill Kaufman (@its_all_better) — homemade apple fritters. Per journalistic integrity, I’m friends with Bill but that doesn’t mean I’ll automatically hold his to a higher standard. But this different kind of Fritter Friday calls for a different kind of fritter — a yeast one. Instead of glaze, a cinnamon and sugar frosting tops this dense doughy delight. It’s not overly sweet but enough to satisfy a sweet tooth. Yeast donuts are supposed to have those nice puffy and chewiness characteristics, plus the impression that this might be undercooked. Although I am unsure how long Bill allowed the yeast to proof, the body of this fritter is great. And there are actual apples in there, not the canned or syrupy jelly filling people think is acceptable. Considering the dough, the crisp apple pieces stand out. Sometimes in typical bake shop fritters, the apples can get lost in the treat. They’re in there but the pieces become one with the pastry. Hats off to Bill. I do have to note, since he made and delivered these fritters, that he did make them with honey from his boxes. I’m also going to unapologetically and shamelessly plug his bees-iness of removing and rescuing honeybees (itsallbetter.com). And he also educates about everything bee-related. He’s a resourceful guy and knows how to bake a delicious fritter. https://www.instagram.com/p/CR9jbtEr-bg/?utm_medium=tumblr

[theinfiniteabysses]

Happy #FritterFriday! Today we have the Stewart’s Shop (@stewartsshops) apple fritter. As a New Yorker, I love Stewart — my I call you Stewart? I’m going to anyway. There’s a lot to like about Stewart — fill your tank, your grocery bag, get some ice cream, grab a coffee and a fritter. It’s super convenient. Their apple fritters are something to take note of. Thick. Meaty apple pieces. The right amount of cinnamon. Outstanding flavor. Soft and chewy. Heat them up and they taste even more magical. That’s all I really have to say sane about it. It’s a no-B.S. treat. Stewart is an enabler. Yeah, Stu, I know a couple of you. Getting gas is a ploy. Next thing you know, customers are going down a rabbit hole of yumminess. The next time I visit Stewart, I’m going to make them heat up a fritter, throw a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top, and maybe espresso/coffee. I’m actually looking forward to this, Stewart. (at Stewart's Shops) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQ0zayELbSB/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Happy #FritterFriday! To continue with cafe chains, I now present the Canadian apple fritter from Tim Hortons (@timhortons / @timhortonsus) for this #FritterFriday. This is actually the second time buying a Tim Horton’s apple fritter. The first one was enjoyed by my dog, who got a hold of it. I put it under the front seat before leaving the car for two minutes. Whitaker found it and scarfed it down, as dogs do. (See last photo for validation.) For all the Central New Yorkers, this treat looks similar to the Tops and Byrne Dairy/Shelby’s Donuts apple fritters but, unfortunately, are not. Tim Hortons beats the ever living apples out of McDonald’s and the disaster from Dunkin’ but still can’t compete with any local bakery or super market. It’s nice that Hortons includes actual apple pieces in their offering but the flavor is bland. The doughy interior is not a bad consistency until taking a look inside. The fritter’s guts are paler than Jim Gaffigan (@jimgaffigan) and definitely not as funny. Raw-ish dough is not the same as raw(-ish?) cookie dough. The latter is enjoyable. My takeaway: The fritter is good for filling a void or desperation. Since Tim Hortons seems to be a rare find nowadays, it’s like trying to buy a duck in a pet store. But if you find one, it’s a gerbil dressed as a duck. (at Tim Hortons) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQi4Boqr9ve/?utm_medium=tumblr

[theinfiniteabysses]

Here’s the apple fritter for this #FritterFriday — the McDonald’s (@mcdonalds) version. Folks, this was inevitable. McDonald’s has one, therefore I must eat it. I wasn’t expecting much. Surprisingly, it met expectations — slightly exceeded them, in all honesty. Similar to the Walmart apple fritter but not as good. It’s soft and has that ideal chewiness, but it also boasts that sweet fake cinnamon flavor — tastes like Fire-blah “whiskey” (@fireballwhisky). And why is this fritter yellow inside? No, don’t say it’s because of the yellow arches. It’s wrong. However, when you nuke it to get it warm — a world of difference. (at McDonald's) https://www.instagram.com/p/CPaite4rMX_/?utm_medium=tumblr

[thesweetsofsanfrancisco]

Tried another 🍏 fritter from Donut World on 9th & Judah. Pretty good with some crispy edges (coulda used more) and soft interior. Good cinnamon flavor and apple pieces too. #applefritter #donutsarelife #donuts #fritterfriday #sweetsofsf #sfeats #adonutaday #donutshop #supportlocalsf (at Donut World) https://www.instagram.com/p/COS7_lrhtqh/?igshid=1w0i8ywtub7je

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My first love — the Harrison Bakery (@harrisonbakeryinc) apples fritter. Inexpensive. Huge. Filled with apple pieces. The historic Syracuse bakery makes a mean apple fritter. Unfortunately, this one doesn’t do the place justice. But it’s okay. Not all of these doughy treats are alike — the snowflakes of the baked goods. They have their own personalities. Their own names. Their own hobbies. This guy, Henry, he’s an ophthalmologist with a penchant for dad jokes. He needs to get out in the sun but, hey, this is Central New York. We all do. #fritterfriday (at Harrison Bakery Inc.) https://www.instagram.com/p/CM44ikTLkIf/?igshid=1g4wb3aphfwvj