Description
Baked Apple Fritters with Glaze are a delightful twist on a classic treat, combining the warm flavors of tender apples, cinnamon, and a sweet lemon glaze. These oven-baked fritters offer a healthier alternative to their fried counterparts while delivering all the comfort and satisfaction you crave. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, they are easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends. With each bite, experience the cozy essence of fall that makes these fritters an irresistible choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 teaspoons water (adjust for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss diced apples with cinnamon and sugar; set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and granulated sugar.
- In another bowl, beat the egg with milk and vanilla until smooth. Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients gently; fold in apples.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet with space in between.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice and enough water for drizzling consistency.
- Drizzle glaze over warm fritters before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg