Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Baked Apple Fritters Recipe, a perfect morning treat that combines the sweetness of apples with warm spices. These oven-baked goodies are not only easy to prepare but also healthier than traditional fried fritters, making them a guilt-free addition to your breakfast or brunch table. The irresistible aroma fills your kitchen as they bake, and with a light glaze drizzled on top, these fritters are sure to please family and friends alike. Serve them warm for a cozy start to your day or enjoy them as a sweet snack any time!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2 large apples, peeled and diced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs until light; then mix in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; add diced apples.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes or until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with milk and vanilla until smooth; drizzle over slightly cooled fritters.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use fresh apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for optimal flavor. Feel free to experiment with spices based on personal preference for unique twists. Allow fritters to cool before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.