2 c. peeled, diced apples, pears, peaches, or plums or a mixture of these
3 tbsp. Irish whiskey
2 egg yolks
2/3 c. flat beer
1 tbsp. butter, melted
1 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. sugar
2 egg whites
Oil for deep frying
Confectioners sugar

Combine diced fruit and whiskey; mix well. Let stand while preparing batter. Beat egg yolks, beer, and butter together. Add dry ingredients; beat until no lumps remain. Cover; refrigerate 2 hours. Drain fruit well; mix with batter. Whip egg whites until stiff but not dry. Fold into fritter batter lightly but thoroughly. Meanwhile, heat 3 inches of oil in deep fryer to 375 degrees. Drop batter by tablespoons into hot oil; cook until golden (3 to 4 minutes). Drain on absorbent paper. Dust with confectioners sugar. Serve immediately. Makes 6 servings.