Description
These Warm Baked Apple Fritters are a delightful treat that combines tender, cinnamon-spiced apple pieces in a soft, fluffy batter, baked to golden perfection and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or a comforting dessert, they offer a homemade touch without the oil and mess of frying.
Ingredients
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For the Fritters:
- 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)
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agents.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth and fully blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Then fold in the diced apples evenly throughout the batter.
- Shape the Fritters: Using a spoon, drop mounds of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping each into small rounds of roughly equal size for uniform baking.
- Bake the Fritters: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the fritters turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating they are cooked through.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the fritters bake, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable. Adjust the milk quantity to reach desired consistency.
- Glaze the Fritters: Once the fritters have cooled slightly, drizzle or dip them in the prepared glaze. Allow the glaze to set before serving for a sweet finish.
Notes
- For best texture, do not overmix the batter to avoid tough fritters.
- You can substitute the apples with pears for a different flavor twist.
- For crispier edges, you can broil the fritters for 1-2 minutes after baking, but watch closely to prevent burning.
- Glaze can be thickened by adding more powdered sugar or thinned with additional milk.
- Store leftover fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in a warm oven or toaster oven for best results, avoiding the microwave to preserve texture.
