Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts, a perfect blend of crispy and fluffy textures that will elevate your dessert game. These irresistible treats combine warm apples, aromatic spices, and a sweet glaze, making them a fantastic choice for brunch or any gathering. The unique preparation in a waffle iron offers an exciting twist on traditional donuts, ensuring every bite is full of flavor and joy. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the iron or at room temperature, these waffle donuts are customizable with various toppings and are sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk (or more, as needed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for glaze
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon for glaze (optional)
- Chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts) for optional toppings
- Sprinkles for optional toppings
- Caramel sauce for optional toppings
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir until just combined.
- Fold in the diced apples gently.
- Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions and grease it lightly with vegetable oil.
- Pour 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook for about 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the waffle iron and let cool slightly on a wire rack.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and enough milk for desired consistency.
- Dip each waffle donut into the glaze and add toppings as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (70g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg