✨ A Short, Perfect Introduction
Craving that classic fair-style fritter without the deep frying? These Baked Apple Fritters are tender, packed with juicy apples and warm cinnamon, and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. 🍎✨ They’re easy, oven-baked, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or cozy weekend treats!
📋 Prep Time: 15 minutes
❄️ Chill Time: None
⏱️ Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 8 fritters
🔥 Calories per Serving: 230 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
➤ For the Fritters:
- 🍏 1 cup peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 🍚 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 🥄 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 🧂 1/2 tsp salt
- 🥄 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 🥚 1 large egg
- 🥛 1/3 cup milk
- 🍬 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 🧈 2 tbsp melted butter
- 🍶 1 tsp vanilla extract
➤ For the Glaze:
- 🍬 1 cup powdered sugar
- 🥛 2 tbsp milk
- 🍶 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
Preheat to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a bowl, whisk together flour 🍚, baking powder 🥄, salt 🧂, and cinnamon 🥄.
3️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, whisk egg 🥚, milk 🥛, sugar 🍬, vanilla 🍶, and melted butter 🧈 until smooth.
4️⃣ Combine and Add Apples:
Add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir just until combined. Gently fold in diced apples 🍏.
5️⃣ Scoop onto Baking Sheet:
Drop heaping spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. 🔥
7️⃣ Make the Glaze:
Whisk together powdered sugar 🍬, milk 🥛, and vanilla 🍶 until smooth.
8️⃣ Glaze the Fritters:
Let fritters cool slightly, then drizzle with glaze or dip the tops. Let set for a few minutes before serving.
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- All the fritter flavor, without the frying! 💛
- Perfectly soft with golden, caramelized edges ✨
- Bursting with warm apple-cinnamon goodness 🍎
- Great for kids, breakfast, brunch, or snacking! 🧁
🔥 Helpful Tips
- Chop apples small for better distribution in the batter.
- Want extra flavor? Add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves 🌰
- You can double the glaze for extra drizzle lovers 😋
- Best enjoyed fresh, but they reheat well in the toaster oven!
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