Baked Apple Fritters Easy (Print View)

Golden, cinnamon-spiced apple fritters with sweet glaze—baked for a wholesome, comforting treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fritters

01 - 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 3/4 cup white whole wheat flour
03 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
10 - 1/2 cup whole milk
11 - 1 large egg
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - 1 cup finely chopped apple

→ Glaze

14 - 1 cup confectioner's sugar
15 - 2 tablespoons whole milk
16 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, white whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt.
03 - Add cold butter pieces and blend using a pastry cutter or fingertips until mixture forms coarse crumbs.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
05 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir just until incorporated.
06 - Gently fold in chopped apples until evenly distributed.
07 - Scoop 1/4 cup portions of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly.
08 - Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, until bottoms are golden and centers are set.
09 - Transfer baked fritters to a wire rack and set oven to broil.
10 - In a bowl, whisk together confectioner's sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
11 - Lightly brush a thin layer of glaze over each fritter. Broil 2 to 4 minutes until tops are golden brown.
12 - Brush remaining glaze over warm fritters. Allow glaze to set before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Use firm apple varieties such as Granny Smith for best texture and flavor.