Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Baked Apple Fritters, a delightful twist on the classic treat that eliminates frying and calories while retaining all the goodness. These soft and fluffy fritters are bursting with warm cinnamon-infused apples and drizzled with a sweet glaze, making them perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert. With just 28 minutes from prep to plate, you can easily whip up a batch that everyone will adore. Plus, the lack of frying means less mess and hassle in the kitchen!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; add diced apples carefully.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet with space in between.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes or until golden brown.
- While baking, combine powdered sugar with milk and vanilla for glaze until smooth.
- Drizzle glaze over warm fritters before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Fresh apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp enhance flavor and texture. Don’t overmix; this ensures light and fluffy fritters. Experiment with spices in the batter or variations of fruits for unique flavors.