Baked Apple Fritters with Glaze
Delicious baked fritters made with tender apples in a soft, cinnamon-infused batter, topped with a sweet glaze. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
For the Fritters
- 2 medium firm apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced Choose firm apples for best results.
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Plus extra for tossing apples.
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar Plus extra for tossing apples.
- 0.5 cups milk
- 1 large egg Beat until frothy.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1-2 teaspoons water Adjust to achieve desired consistency.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel, core, and dice the apples into small chunks. Toss the diced apples with a sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar, then set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg until frothy, then mix in the milk and vanilla extract. Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apples to keep the batter fluffy.
- Spoon dollops of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring sufficient space between each fritter.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked through.
Making the Glaze
- While fritters are cooling slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and just enough water to achieve a smooth but drizzleable consistency.
- Drizzle the glaze over the slightly cooled fritters before serving.
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Notes
Serve warm for the best experience. For added indulgence, consider serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.