I've used this batter all my life. I think it came from a little cookbook from Metropolitan Life.

Fritter batter

2 C flour
3 t baking powder
½ t salt

Sift together dry ingredients & set aside.

1 egg
2/3 C milk

Combine egg & milk, then mix into dry ingredients. Batter will be very stiff.

For corn fritters, add 1 8-oz. can of corn, well drained.

For fruit fritters, add 1 C of apples or whatever, chopped small.

Drop by tablespoon into hot oil (I use canola oil) and let them fry until they're golden brown & float to the surface. Take them out with a slotted spoon & put them on paper towels to absorb the oil. They will continue to cook inside, so let them.

Serve with maple syrup, or dusted with powdered sugar.

This makes about 18 fritters, so you can cut this in half.