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Baked Apple Fritters

Healthier Baked Apple Fritters That Taste Like Autumn Bliss

These healthier baked apple fritters offer a delightful, fluffy treat capturing the essence of autumn, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 fritters
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters
  • 2 cups Apples peeled, cored, and diced
  • 2 cups Flour whole wheat is preferable
  • 1/2 cup Sugar or sugar alternative
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder for leavening
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon plus a sprinkle for apples
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt for flavor balance
  • 1 cup Milk or plant-based milk
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan
  • 1/4 cup Butter melted, or vegan butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract for flavor
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar adjust milk for consistency
  • 2 tablespoons Milk to mix with sugar

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spoon or cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Peel, core, and dice the apples, then toss them with cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the cinnamon-coated apples.
  6. Scoop the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each fritter.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over cooled fritters and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.

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