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Baked Apple Fritters with Glaze Recipe

Baked Apple Fritters with Glaze Recipe
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These Baked Apple Fritters with Glaze are a delightful, healthier twist on a classic fried treat. Featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced apple chunks baked inside a fluffy batter and topped with a sweet lemon glaze, they offer a perfect balance of tartness, warmth, and sweetness. Ideal for a comforting breakfast, snack, or dessert, these fritters are easy to make and can be customized for various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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For the Fritters

  • 2 medium firm apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1–2 teaspoons water (as needed for consistency)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and dice the apples into small chunks. Toss them with a pinch of cinnamon and a teaspoon of sugar to infuse extra flavor and set aside while preparing the batter.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and granulated sugar until well combined, ensuring even distribution of the spices and leavening agent.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg lightly, then mix in the milk and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  4. Stir Everything Together: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined; do not overmix to keep the batter light. Fold in the diced apples carefully, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
  5. Bake the Fritters: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Using a spoon, drop dollops of batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for puffing. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the fritters are golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Make the Glaze: While the fritters bake, whisk together the powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice. Add water teaspoon by teaspoon until you reach a smooth, drizzle-able consistency suitable for glazing.
  7. Glaze and Serve: Allow the fritters to cool slightly on a wire rack. Drizzle the lemon glaze generously over the warm fritters. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor experience.

Notes

  • You can substitute a gluten-free flour blend for all-purpose flour to make this recipe gluten-free.
  • For added spice complexity, try adding a pinch of ground ginger or cloves to the batter.
  • A maple syrup glaze can be used in place of the lemon glaze for a different sweet finish.
  • Add diced pears or berries along with apples for a fruit mix variation.
  • To make vegan fritters, replace the egg with a flaxseed egg substitute and use plant-based milk.
  • Ensure apples are diced small to ensure even cooking baked thoroughly in the fritters.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender texture in the fritters.

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