Description
These Warm Baked Apple Fritters are a delightful treat that blend tender, spiced apple pieces into a soft, cakey batter, baked to golden perfection. Finished with a sweet vanilla glaze, they make a perfect snack or dessert that’s easy to prepare and serve warm.
Ingredients
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Fritter Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 1/2 cups diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly mixed.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Combine the two: Gradually stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently to avoid overworking the batter. Then fold in the diced apples carefully.
- Shape and bake: Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping each portion into small rounds. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until the fritters turn golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the glaze: While the fritters bake, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until the glaze is smooth and pourable.
- Glaze the fritters: Once the fritters are baked and slightly cooled, drizzle or dip them in the prepared glaze. Allow the glaze to set before serving warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, bake fritters on a wire rack over the baking sheet to allow air circulation.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balance of sweetness and tartness.
- You can adjust the glaze thickness by modifying the amount of milk used.
- Fritters are best served warm but can be reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
