Baked Apple Fritters

By Muhammad Faizan

🍎 Baked Apple Fritters

Description

These Baked Apple Fritters are a lighter, oven-baked version of the classic deep-fried favorite. They’re soft, warm, cinnamon-spiced, and filled with juicy apples. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy fall treat—without the excess oil. A simple glaze adds sweetness while keeping the fritters airy and tender.

📋 Ingredients

For the Fritters

  • 2 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled & diced

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 2 tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 2 tbsp melted butter

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 2–3 tbsp milk

  • 1/2 tsp vanilla

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Apples

  1. Toss diced apples with lemon juice.

  2. In a skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter.

  3. Add apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

  4. Cook 5–7 minutes until softened. Let cool slightly.

2. Make the Batter

  1. In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

  2. In another bowl, whisk milk, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter.

  3. Add wet ingredients to dry; mix gently.

  4. Fold in cooked apples.

3. Shape & Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment.

  3. Drop ¼-cup mounds of batter, spacing slightly.

  4. Bake 14–16 minutes, until golden and set.

4. Add the Glaze

  1. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.

  2. Drizzle generously over warm fritters.

  3. Let set 5 minutes before serving.

📝 Recipe Notes

  • Batter will be thick—this helps fritters hold their shape.

  • For extra apple flavor, add an additional ½ cup diced apples.

  • Allow apples to cool slightly before adding to the batter; hot apples can scramble the eggs.

  • You can make a cinnamon glaze by adding ½ tsp cinnamon.

✨ Tips for Best Results

  • Use firm apples so they don’t turn mushy during baking.

  • Don’t overmix the batter—keeps fritters fluffy.

  • For crispier edges, spray fritters lightly with oil before baking.

  • To boost flavor, chill the cooked apples for 10 minutes before folding in.

  • Drizzle glaze while fritters are warm so it melts slightly.

🍽 Servings

Makes 10–12 baked apple fritters.

📊 Nutritional Information (per fritter — approx.)

  • Calories: 160

  • Carbs: 28 g

  • Protein: 3 g

  • Fat: 4 g

  • Fiber: 2 g

  • Sugar: 16 g

(Will vary based on portion size and glaze amount.)

💚 Benefits

  • Lower fat than fried fritters, thanks to baking.

  • Contains fiber from apples, aiding digestion.

  • Warm spices like cinnamon may help regulate blood sugar.

  • A comforting treat that’s lighter yet satisfying.

❓ Q & A: Common Questions

Q: Can I make these gluten-free?

A: Yes — use a 1:1 GF flour blend and add ¼ tsp more baking powder.

Q: Can I store leftovers?

A: Store in an airtight container 2–3 days. Reheat at 300°F for 5 minutes.

Q: Can I freeze them?

A: Yes. Freeze unglazed fritters up to 2 months. Thaw and glaze after reheating.

Q: Can I use canned apples?

A: Fresh apples are best, but well-drained canned apples also work.

Q: Can I reduce the sugar?

A: You can cut sugar in the batter by 25% without affecting texture.

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