These baked apple fritters are a delicious and healthier alternative to their deep-fried counterparts. They are light, fluffy, and packed with the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg. Enjoy them warm with a cup of coffee or tea for a perfect breakfast or afternoon treat.
Ingredients:
Ingredient Quantity
All-purpose flour 2 cups
Granulated sugar 1/3 cup
Baking powder 2 teaspoons
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon
Ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon
Whole milk 1/2 cup
Large eggs 2
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
Unsalted butter, melted 3 tablespoons
Peeled and chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) 2 cups
Light brown sugar, packed 1/4 cup
For the Glaze:
Ingredient Quantity
Powdered sugar 1 cup
Milk 2-3 tablespoons
Vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions:
Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until well combined.
Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in apples and brown sugar: Gently fold in the chopped apples and brown sugar until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Form fritters: Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, drop heaping spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each mound slightly with the back of the spoon.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Make the glaze: While the fritters are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth and pourable.
Glaze the fritters: Once the fritters have cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the tops using a spoon.
Serve: Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!