Step 1: Prepare the oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
Step 2: Prepare the apples
Peel and chop the apples into small pieces. Smaller pieces distribute more evenly throughout the fritters and become wonderfully tender while baking.
Step 3: Mix the dry ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
Step 4: Mix the wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 5: Combine everything
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix the batter.
Fold the chopped apples into the batter until they are evenly distributed.
Step 6: Shape the fritters
Drop generous spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one. Gently shape them into small, thick rounds.
Step 7: Bake
Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 18–22 minutes, or until the fritters are puffed and golden brown around the edges.
Step 8: Make the glaze
While the fritters cool slightly, whisk the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla together in a small bowl. Add the milk gradually until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency.
Step 9: Glaze the fritters
Let the baked fritters cool for about 5 minutes, then drizzle the glaze generously over the tops.
Step 10: Serve
Serve them warm with a cup of coffee, tea, or cold milk. They’re especially delicious while the apple pieces are still warm and the glaze is slightly melted.
Helpful Tips
Choose firm, flavorful apples such as Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Fuji, or Gala. If you prefer a sweeter fritter, use a sweeter apple; for a classic sweet-tart flavor, Granny Smith works beautifully.
For an extra cozy flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the batter. You can also add chopped walnuts or pecans if you enjoy a little crunch.
These baked apple fritters are best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and gently reheated before serving.
One bite of these warm, glazed apple fritters and you’ll understand why they disappear so quickly! 🍎🍩
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