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Baked Apple Fritters

Baked Apple Fritters

Patricia
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings 12 Fritters
Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups peeled and chopped apples such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar packed

For the Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  • Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
  • Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Fold in the apples and brown sugar: Gently fold in the chopped apples and packed light brown sugar until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Shape the fritters: Use a spoon to drop heaping tablespoons of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping each mound into a round fritter shape. Leave a bit of space between each fritter, as they will spread slightly while baking.
  • Bake the 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. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add an additional tablespoon of milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.
  • Glaze the fritters: Drizzle the glaze over the warm fritters or dip each fritter into the glaze to coat the tops. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve and enjoy: Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy these delicious baked apple fritters with a cup of coffee or tea!

Notes

  • For a spiced twist, add ¼ teaspoon ground cloves or allspice to the batter.
  • Serve warm with a cup of coffee or tea for a perfect breakfast treat!