Warm Baked Apple Fritters with Vanilla Glaze Recipe
These warm baked apple fritters are a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert. Made with tender diced apples and a cinnamon-spiced batter, they are baked to golden perfection and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze that adds extra flavor and moisture. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, these fritters offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried versions while maintaining a soft, flavorful bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8-10 fritters 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Fritters
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well incorporated.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth and combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing. Then fold in the peeled and diced apples evenly throughout the batter.
- Portion Batter: Using a spoon or scoop, place about ¼ cup of batter per fritter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to allow for expansion while baking.
- Bake Fritters: Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes or until the fritters are golden brown on the outside and cooked through on the inside.
- Prepare Glaze: While the fritters bake, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
- Glaze and Serve: Brush the warm fritters with the vanilla glaze, let the glaze set slightly for a few minutes, and serve the fritters warm to enjoy the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Using tart apples like Granny Smith balances the sweetness and adds a pleasant tang.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the fritters light and fluffy.
- For a thicker glaze, use less milk; add more for a thinner consistency.
- These fritters are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated gently in the oven.
- You can substitute dairy milk with a plant-based milk for a dairy-free version.
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