Baked Apple Fritters (Printable Version)
Tender, warm fritters loaded with apples and a hint of spice, finished with a shiny vanilla glaze. A better-for-you baked twist on a classic.
# What You'll Need:
→ Making the Fritters
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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2 cups plain flour
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/3 cup white sugar
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1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup milk (use whole)
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1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
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2 teaspoons vanilla flavoring
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1 1/2 cups chopped apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
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2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
→ Sugary Coating
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2-3 tablespoons milk
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1 cup icing sugar
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla flavor
# Steps to Follow:
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Set your oven to 375°F. Prepare a baking tray by laying on parchment or hitting it with cooking spray.
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Mix the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a bowl. Stir until it’s all blended well.
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In another bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until it’s smooth.
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Combine the wet mixture into the dry stuff and stir gently, just enough so there are no dry bits left. Carefully stir in the apple pieces.
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Plop spoonfuls of batter onto your tray, keeping them a couple of inches apart. Put it in the oven for about 14-16 minutes, until the tops are nice and golden.
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While your fritters cool a bit, stir together the vanilla, milk, and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and ready to drizzle.
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Pour the glaze over your warm fritters and let it set for a few minutes before enjoying.
# Additional Notes:
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They’re best warm, so if they’ve cooled too much, zap them in the microwave for 10 seconds.
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Toss in chopped nuts for a crunchy twist.
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Want runnier or thicker glaze? Use more or less milk to get it just right.