Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Baked Apple Fritters! This delightful recipe offers a healthier alternative to traditional fried fritters, featuring fresh apples and warm spices. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up these irresistible treats that are perfect for brunch, snacks, or cozy evenings. The easy baking method means less mess and more time to savor their deliciousness. Topped with a sweet glaze, these fritters will quickly become your go-to autumn dessert!
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup white whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons cold butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped apple
- 1 cup confectioner's sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with a silicone mat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together both flours, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, and vanilla; add to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in chopped apples gently.
- Drop 1/4 cup portions onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare glaze by whisking together confectioner's sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Brush glaze over each fritter and broil for 2-4 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
- Brush any remaining glaze over warm fritters before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg