Description
Baked Apple Fritters with Glaze are a warm, comforting treat that perfectly blend tender apple pieces with a cinnamon-spiced batter, all topped with a smooth lemon glaze. These delicious fritters offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried versions, making them ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a delightful snack. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, they are sure to become a favorite in your home. Enjoy these delightful bites warm for the best experience, and share them at gatherings or keep them for cozy mornings. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, these fritters can be made by bakers of any skill level.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel, core, and dice the apples; toss with a bit of cinnamon and sugar.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix the egg with milk and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently; fold in apples without overmixing.
- Spoon dollops of batter onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice and water until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over slightly cooled fritters before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (55g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg