Baked Apple Fritters
Delightfully soft and crispy Baked Apple Fritters, perfect for fall, topped with a sweet glaze.
Ingredients
For the fritters
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg optional for extra warmth
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups diced apples peeled and cored
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
For the glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk or a plant-based alternative
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in the melted butter.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredient bowl, stirring gently until just combined.
- Carefully fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Using a spoon or scoop, drop heaping tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Glazing
- While the fritters bake, whisk together powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth.
- Once fritters come out of the oven, let them cool slightly before drizzling with the glaze.
Serving
- Enjoy your delicious Baked Apple Fritters fresh from the oven!
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freeze in an airtight container for up to a month. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.