Description
Baked Apple Fritters with Glaze are a delightful treat that brings the comforting flavors of warm spices and tender apples to your table. These oven-baked fritters are a healthier twist on the traditional fried version, making them perfect for any occasion—from breakfast to dessert or as a cozy snack. Each fritter is enveloped in a cinnamon-spiced batter and finished with a smooth lemon glaze that adds just the right amount of sweetness. Easy to make and family-friendly, these fritters will surely become a favorite in your home, providing warmth and joy in every bite.
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 a sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg and mix in milk and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently; fold in the flavored apples.
- Spoon dollops of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with lemon juice and water to desired 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 fritter (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg