Apple Cinnamon Fritter rings

Method

1. In a medium mixing bowl whisk milk, egg yolk and melted butter together. 
2. In a large mixing bowl combine dry ingredients: 2 tbsp caster sugar, flour, baking powder and salt. Make a well in the centre of the flour mixture and gradually add the egg mixture, whisk until smooth.
3. Pour 5- 7cm of oil into a large pot or Dutch oven and heat over medium to high heat to 200 degrees.
4. Prepare apples and drizzle with lemon juice to prevent browning.
5. To make the cinnamon sugar combine ¼ cup of caster sugar with the cinnamon and set aside.
6. In a medium bowl, beat 2 eggs with an electric beater or whisk until peaks form but are not too stiff. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter to combine.
7. Dip the apple slices in the batter one at a time allowing the excess to drip off.
8. Fry in hot oil approx 2 minutes on each side until crisp and golden. Only fry small batches at a time to avoid the oil cooling and fritters sticking together.
9. Remove cooked fritters with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle liberally with cinnamon sugar and serve warm.
10. These are great on their own or served with good-quality vanilla ice cream.