1 1/2 c. flour
1 tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 eggs, beaten
2/3 c. milk
1 tbsp. salad oil
3 c. peeled, finely chopped apples

Combine first 4 ingredients in a bowl. Add remaining ingredients. Stir until all ingredients are moistened.

Pour oil for frying into a heavy saucepan to a depth of 1/2 inch; heat to frying temperature. Drop batter by spoonfuls into hot oil and cook until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Makes about 3 dozen.