Baked apple fritters

Baked apple fritters are a lighter and healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried apple fritters. They are soft, spiced, and full of sweet apple flavor—perfect for a breakfast treat or a snack! Here’s a simple recipe for baked apple fritters:

Baked Apple Fritters Recipe

Ingredients:

For the fritters:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 2 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1 large egg

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• 1 1/2 cups apples, peeled, cored, and diced (about 1-2 medium apples)

For the glaze (optional but recommended):

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2-3 tbsp milk

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

   • Grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Apple Mixture:

   • Peel, core, and dice the apples into small chunks. Set aside.

3. Make the Fritter Dough:

   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter.

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

   • Gently fold the diced apples into the batter.

4. Shape the Fritters:

   • Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. You can shape the batter into round fritter-like shapes or leave them as mounds.

5. Bake the Fritters:

   • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the fritters are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

   • Let them cool slightly on a wire rack.

6. Prepare the Glaze (optional):

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

   • If the glaze is too thick, add a little more milk to reach your desired consistency.

7. Glaze the Fritters:

   • Once the fritters are slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze over them using a spoon or a small piping bag.

8. Serve:

   • Serve the fritters warm for a delicious breakfast or dessert treat!

Tips:

• You can add other mix-ins like raisins, chopped walnuts, or even a sprinkle of oats for texture.

• These fritters are best served fresh, but you can store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. To reheat, just pop them in the microwave for a few seconds or reheat them in the oven.

Enjoy your delicious, baked apple fritters!