Description

These easy, oven-baked apple fritters are a healthier twist on a beloved classic. Made with warm spices, tender apple pieces, and finished with a vanilla glaze, they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert—all without the extra oil from frying.

Ingredients

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For the fritters:

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 large eggs
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup milk
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups peeled and diced apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

For the glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar
1–2 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

In a separate large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.

Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the diced apples.

Drop heaping spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake for 14–16 minutes, or until the fritters are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

While the fritters are baking, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.

Once the fritters are slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top. Let set before serving.

Notes

Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture.
Be careful not to overmix the batter—this keeps the fritters light.
Glaze after cooling slightly, not while hot, to avoid melting the icing.
These fritters can be made vegan or gluten-free with simple swaps.
Store unglazed in the freezer and glaze when ready to serve.