Description

These Warm Baked Apple Fritters are a delicious twist on the traditional fried treat, offering tender, moist apple-filled fritters baked to golden perfection and drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or a comforting dessert, they combine the warmth of cinnamon-spiced apples with a light, fluffy batter for a delightful bite.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons melted butter

Filling

1 1/2 cups diced apples (about 2 medium apples)

Glaze

1 cup powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly mixed.
Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Combine the two: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently to combine. Then fold in the diced apples carefully to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
Shape and bake: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping them into small round fritters. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the fritters are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Prepare the glaze: While the fritters bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until the glaze is smooth and has a pourable consistency.
Glaze the fritters: Once the fritters have cooled slightly, either drizzle the glaze over the top or dip each fritter into the glaze. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving to enjoy warm, sweet, and soft apple fritters.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter along with the apples.
If you prefer a thicker glaze, reduce the amount of milk in the glaze mixture.
Use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweet and tangy flavors.
These fritters freeze well; store them in an airtight container and warm gently before serving.
Ensure apples are diced uniformly for even cooking inside the fritters.