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Categories: Desserts
Apple Fritters
Crispy golden apple fritters baked to perfection and glazed with warm cinnamon sugar. A delightful treat that's lighter than fried versions.
Prep Time:15 minCook Time:20 minTotal Time:35 minServings:12Difficulty:Easy
Baked apple fritters are one of those wonderful treats that bridge the gap between breakfast, snack, and dessert. Unlike their deep-fried cousins, these are baked to golden perfection, making them a bit lighter while still delivering that irresistible crispy exterior and tender, apple-studded interior. The cinnamon sugar coating adds warmth and sweetness that celebrates the apples without overpowering their natural flavor.
What I love most about this recipe is how approachable it is. You don't need any fancy equipment or technique—just a mixing bowl, a muffin tin, and a bit of patience while they bake. The result is a batch of beautiful, bakery-worthy fritters that will have your kitchen smelling absolutely amazing and everyone asking for the recipe.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories:185 kcal
Protein:3 g
Carbs:28 g
Fat:8 g
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter or cooking spray.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg until well combined.
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In another bowl, beat the eggs, then stir in milk and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
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Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined—don't overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
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Peel and finely dice the apples, removing the seeds and core. Fold them into the batter along with the melted butter.
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Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
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Bake for 18-22 minutes, until the fritters are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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While still warm, remove the fritters from the tin and immediately roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated.
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Allow to cool for 5 minutes on a wire rack before serving warm.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour:1.5 cups
- Granulated sugar:1/4 cup
- Baking powder:2 tsp
- Ground cinnamon:1 tsp
- Sea salt:1/4 tsp
- Nutmeg:1/4 tsp
- Eggs:2 large
- Whole milk:1/2 cup
- Vanilla extract:1 tsp
- Granny Smith apples:2 medium
- Butter, melted:3 tbsp
- Cinnamon sugar coating:3 tbsp
- Granulated sugar for coating:3 tbsp
Tips & Notes
- Don't peel the apples if you prefer—the skin adds beautiful flecks and extra fiber to your fritters.
- Make the cinnamon sugar mixture (3 tbsp sugar mixed with 1 tbsp ground cinnamon) ahead of time for easy coating.
- These fritters are best enjoyed within a few hours of baking, but they'll keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- For extra indulgence, drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
- You can prepare the batter ahead and refrigerate it for up to 4 hours before baking.
