Description
Delight in these warm baked apple fritters, a perfect blend of tender apple pieces and a lightly spiced batter, baked to golden perfection. Ideal as a comforting breakfast or a sweet dessert, these fritters are easy to prepare and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze for added indulgence.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Fruit
- 1 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples (such as Granny Smith)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Optional Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin or line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, milk, applesauce, vanilla extract, and melted butter until fully blended.
- Form the Batter: Gently stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients just until combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the fritters light.
- Prepare Apples: Toss the diced apples with lemon juice to prevent browning, then fold them evenly into the batter.
- Shape the Fritters: Using about 1/4 cup of batter per fritter, scoop and place mounds onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart, or spoon the batter evenly into muffin cups.
- Bake: Bake the fritters for 18 to 22 minutes until they turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool Briefly: Allow the fritters to cool for 5 minutes on a wire rack or plate before glazing.
- Prepare and Apply Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle this glaze over the warm fritters just before serving to enhance sweetness and flavor.
Notes
- These fritters are best enjoyed warm but can be stored in an airtight container for 1–2 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or oven for a warm treat.
- Experiment with different apple varieties to vary flavor and texture.
- Add chopped nuts to the batter for extra crunch and nuttiness.
