Baked Apple Fritters

 

Baked Apple Fritters

Ingredients

For the Apple Fritters

All-purpose flour – 2 cups

Granulated sugar – ⅓ cup

Baking powder – 2 teaspoons

Salt – ½ teaspoon

Ground cinnamon – 1 teaspoon

Ground nutmeg – ¼ teaspoon

Whole milk – ½ cup

Large eggs – 2

Pure vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon

Unsalted butter – 3 tablespoons, melted

Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) – 2 cups, peeled and chopped

Light brown sugar – ¼ cup, packed

For the Glaze

Powdered (confectioners’) sugar – 1 cup

Milk – 2 to 3 tablespoons

Pure vanilla extract – ½ teaspoon

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Pan

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined.

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth and fully blended.

Step 4: Combine the Batter

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently just until combined.

Be careful not to overmix—the batter should be thick but tender.

Step 5: Add Apples and Brown Sugar

Gently fold in the chopped apples and brown sugar, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.

Step 6: Shape the Fritters

Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop heaping portions of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Lightly flatten each mound with the back of the spoon.

Step 7: Bake

Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the fritters are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8: Prepare the Glaze

While the fritters cool slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth and drizzle-ready.

Step 9: Glaze and Serve

Drizzle the glaze over the warm fritters using a spoon.

Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving.

Enjoy warm for the best flavor and texture.