Baked Apple Fritters
Ingredients
- ¾ call-purpose flour
- ¾ cwhite whole wheat flour
- ½ cbrown sugar
- 2 tspbaking powder
- 1 tspcinnamon
- ½ tspnutmeg
- ¼ tspallspice
- ¼ tspsalt
- 6 tbspbutter
cold and cut into pieces
- ½ cmilk
- 1egg
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 1 cchopped apple
- 1 cconfectioner's sugar
- 2 tbspmilk
- 1 tspvanilla extract
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together flours, brown sugar, baking powder, and spices.
- 3
Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk milk, egg, and vanilla. Add to flour mixture and stir until just combined.
- 5
Gently stir in chopped apple.
- 6
Drop by 1/4 Cup-full onto prepared baking sheet.
- 7
Bake for 11-13 minutes, until bottoms are golden and center is set.
- 8
Remove to a wire rack and turn oven to broil.
- 9
Prepare glaze by whisking confectioner's sugar, milk, and vanilla.
- 10
Brush a thin layer of glaze over fritters. Broil for 2-4 minutes, until tops are golden.
- 11
Brush remaining glaze over warm fritters.
- 12
Allow glaze to harden and serve.
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About this Recipe
Ready to embrace your new fall obsession? These Baked Apple Fritters offer all the warm, comforting flavors you crave, but they're easier to make and healthier than traditional fried versions. They're about to become your favorite cozy treat, perfect for any weekend gathering from now 'til Christmas!
What makes these fritters truly stand out is the baking method, which delivers a delightful texture without the mess or extra fat of deep-frying. Combining both all-purpose and white whole wheat flour creates a wonderfully tender crumb, while a robust blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice infuses every bite with irresistible autumn goodness. This smart approach keeps all the flavor without the fuss.
Prepare for a mouthful of tender, spiced apple goodness, nestled within a soft, cake-like fritter, all crowned with a simple, sweet glaze. The chopped apples soften beautifully during baking, releasing their natural sweetness and mingling with the rich, warm spices. These fritters are wonderfully comforting, striking a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, and they come together surprisingly quickly. You'll love how these feel like a special indulgence, yet are so simple to prepare.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to experiment with different apple varieties; firm, sweet-tart apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work beautifully. If you only have one type of flour on hand, you can use entirely all-purpose flour for a slightly softer fritter, though the white whole wheat flour adds a pleasant depth. For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a tiny pinch of ground ginger to the spice mix.
These warm Baked Apple Fritters are perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast, a delightful brunch treat, or a comforting dessert after a fall meal. Serve them with a hot cup of coffee or a glass of cold milk for an ultimate comforting experience.