Baked Apple Fritters
Delight in the warm, spiced flavors of baked apple fritters, a healthier twist on the traditional fried version. These soft and fluffy fritters are made with tender apples and a hint of cinnamon, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large eggs
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced Approximately 2 cups.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- as needed cooking spray or additional oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and sugar until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the milk, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir well until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the diced apples gently until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Using a spoon, drop heaping tablespoons of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the fritters in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
- Allow the fritters to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally dusting with powdered sugar or drizzling with a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
Notes
These fritters can be served warm or at room temperature.
For an extra touch, you can dust them with powdered sugar or drizzle a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk over the top before serving.
Feel free to experiment with spices like nutmeg or cardamom for added flavor.