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Baked Apple Fritters

Delicious Baked Apple Fritters for Guilt-Free Indulgence

These Baked Apple Fritters are a healthy, delightful twist on a classic treat, perfect for breakfast or dessert, with a satisfying spiced apple filling.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 10 fritters
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can swap for gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for richer flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon A dash of nutmeg for flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Ginger can be added for extra zing.
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Milk Non-dairy milk can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Vegetable or coconut oil works for vegans.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups Diced Apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Non-dairy options work.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Baked Apple Fritters
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold together until just combined.
  5. Fold in the diced apples until evenly coated in the batter.
  6. Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth for the glaze.
  9. Drizzle glaze over warm fritters and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep the fritters light and fluffy. Use firm apple varieties for best results.

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