Description
Baked Apple Fritters are the perfect fall treat that combines the warmth of spices and fresh apples with a healthier twist. These oven-baked delights are simple to prepare, making them ideal for cozy gatherings or a sweet indulgence any day of the week. With a crisp exterior and a tender, flavorful inside, they capture the essence of autumn in every bite. Drizzled with a luscious vanilla glaze, these fritters will quickly become your family’s favorite dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 butter (cold and cut into pieces)
- 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 your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with a silicone mat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, white whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, combine milk, egg, and vanilla extract; then add to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in chopped apples evenly throughout the batter.
- Drop spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 11–13 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before glazing with a mixture of confectioner's sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg