Description
Baked Apple Fritters with Glaze are a warm, comforting treat that will elevate any occasion. With a delightful blend of cinnamon-spiced batter and a zesty lemon glaze, these fritters offer a healthier twist to the traditional fried version. Each bite features tender apple pieces nestled in a fluffy dough, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, they are easy to prepare and can be customized with nuts or spices to suit your taste. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or as part of a cozy brunch spread—these fritters are sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and diced
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1–2 teaspoons water (adjust for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss diced apples with cinnamon and sugar; set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, combine milk, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined; fold in apples gently.
- Spoon batter onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice and water until smooth; drizzle over warm fritters.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg