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The Baked Apple Fritters I Make Almost Weekly — 30-Min Recipe

The Baked Apple Fritters I Make Almost Weekly — 30-Min Recipe
Prep
15 min
Cook
18 min
Total
33 min
Serves
12
Calories
140 kcal
Carbs
25.00 g

Ingredients

  • 2 mediumfirm apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1.5 cupsall-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoonsbaking powder
  • 1 teaspoonground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoonground nutmeg
  • 0.5 cupgranulated sugar
  • 0.5 cupmilk
  • 1 largeegg
  • 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • 1 cuppowdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoonfresh lemon juice
  • 1-2 teaspoonswater (adjust for consistency)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel, core, and dice the apples into small chunks. Toss them with a little cinnamon and sugar to infuse extra flavor and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar until fully combined.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then stir in the milk and vanilla extract until smooth.

  4. 4

    Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in the diced apples carefully.

  5. 5

    Spoon dollops of batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them apart. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-18 minutes or until golden.

  6. 6

    While baking, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice and a little water until achieving a smooth drizzle consistency.

  7. 7

    After fritters have cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the top. Serve warm for the best taste experience.