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Baked Apple Fritters

Delicious Baked Apple Fritters That Will Brighten Your Morning

These Baked Apple Fritters are a healthier take on a beloved fairground classic, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 fritters
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar reduce for less sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Milk or non-dairy milk for a vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract
  • 2 cups Diced Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) keep skins on for texture
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar for glaze
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk or plant-based options for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract together until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together until no dry flour remains.
  5. Carefully fold in the diced apples to the batter.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  8. While baking, whisk together the glaze ingredients until smooth.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over the fritters after they cool slightly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep fritters light and fluffy. Store leftovers in an airtight container for optimal freshness.

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