Baked Apple Fritters

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🍎 Baked Apple Fritters

Description

Baked Apple Fritters are a lighter, oven-baked version of the classic deep-fried treat. They’re soft and fluffy on the inside, slightly crisp on the outside, and packed with warm cinnamon-spiced apples. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dessert, these fritters deliver indulgent flavor with less oil and mess.

🕒 Prep & Cook Time

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes

  • Cook Time: 15–18 minutes

  • Total Time: ~35 minutes

🍽 Servings

  • Makes: 10–12 fritters

  • Serving Size: 1 fritter

🧾 Ingredients

For the Fritters

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 2 large eggs

  • ⅓ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)

  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (or coconut oil)

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1½ cups finely diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)

Optional Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 2–3 tablespoons milk

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven
    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

  2. Mix Dry Ingredients
    In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

  3. Mix Wet Ingredients
    In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla.

  4. Combine
    Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Gently fold in diced apples.

  5. Shape Fritters
    Scoop about ¼ cup of batter per fritter onto the baking sheet, spacing them apart. Lightly flatten the tops.

  6. Bake
    Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

  7. Glaze (Optional)
    Whisk glaze ingredients and drizzle over warm fritters. Let set for a few minutes before serving.

📝 Notes

  • Dice apples small to ensure even baking.

  • Batter should be thick but scoopable—avoid overmixing.

  • Best enjoyed warm, but they store well for later.

💡 Tips for Best Results

  • Use tart apples for balanced sweetness.

  • For extra texture, brush fritters lightly with butter and broil for 1–2 minutes.

  • Add chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch.

  • Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top if skipping glaze.

🥗 Nutritional Information (Per Fritter – Approximate)

  • Calories: 180

  • Carbohydrates: 28g

  • Protein: 4g

  • Fat: 6g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Sugar: 12g

  • Sodium: 180mg

(Values vary based on glaze and ingredients used.)

🌟 Health Benefits

  • Lower fat than traditional fried fritters

  • Apples provide fiber and antioxidants

  • Baked instead of fried = heart-friendlier option

  • Can be adapted for dairy-free or reduced sugar diets

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I make these gluten-free?
A: Yes, substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour.

Q: Can I store baked apple fritters?
A: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.

Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Absolutely. Freeze unglazed fritters for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven.

Q: Can I use whole wheat flour?
A: Yes, but expect a slightly denser texture. Use half whole wheat, half all-purpose for best results.

Q: Are these good for breakfast?
A: Definitely! Pair with yogurt or eggs for a balanced breakfast.

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