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, nutmeg, and allspice, making them perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- Small skillet (for sautéing apples)
- Cooling rack
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
- Prep the OvenPreheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Cook the ApplesSauté the diced apples with butter and brown sugar until soft and caramelized.
- Mix the Dry IngredientsIn a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Mix the Wet IngredientsIn another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine EverythingPour the wet mixture into the dry and stir gently until just combined.
- Add the ApplesFold the warm apples into the batter so every scoop has fruit.
- Scoop Onto the TrayDrop small mounds of batter onto the baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- Bake Until GoldenBake for 12–15 minutes until the tops look golden and lightly crisp.
- Mix the GlazeWhisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle the FrittersGlaze them while warm so it melts slightly into the cracks.
- ServingI like serving these warm with extra glaze or a dusting of cinnamon sugar. A scoop of vanilla ice cream beside them makes the whole plate feel extra cozy.
