Description
Baked Apple Fritters are a delightful treat that captures the essence of fall in every bite. These warm, spiced fritters are not only healthier than traditional fried versions but also incredibly easy to prepare. With a light and fluffy texture and a sweet glaze drizzled on top, they make for the perfect snack or dessert during cozy gatherings. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee or as part of brunch, these fritters will quickly become a favorite in your recipe rotation. Packed with fresh apples and warm spices, they embody all the comforting flavors of autumn. Get ready to indulge your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 Cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 Cup white whole wheat flour
- 1/2 Cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 Cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 Cup chopped apple
- Confectioner's sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with a silicone mat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flours, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and vanilla extract; add to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in chopped apples gently.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter onto prepared sheet.
- Bake for 11–13 minutes until golden and set.
- Cool slightly before glazing with a mix of confectioner's sugar, milk, and vanilla.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg