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Baked Apple Fritters Recipe

Baked Apple Fritters are a delightful twist on the classic deep-fried treat, offering warm spiced apples in a soft, golden pastry with a light glaze. Baked instead of fried, these fritters deliver comforting flavors of cinnamon, and nutmeg, making them perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 130 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Small skillet (for sautéing apples)

Ingredients
  

For the Apple Fritters

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 apples peeled & diced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

For the Glaze

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
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  • Sauté the diced apples with butter and brown sugar until soft and caramelized.
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  • In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
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  • In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
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  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir gently until just combined.
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  • Fold the warm apples into the batter so every scoop has fruit.
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  • Drop small mounds of batter onto the baking sheet, leaving space between them.
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  • Bake for 12–15 minutes until the tops look golden and lightly crisp.
  • Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle glaze over the warm fritters and allow it to set slightly before serving.
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