Description
Baked Apple Fritters with Glaze are a warm and delightful treat, perfect for any occasion. These scrumptious fritters combine tender chunks of fresh apples with a cinnamon-spiced batter and a luscious lemon glaze, offering an irresistible flavor in every bite. Unlike traditional fried fritters, this oven-baked version is healthier without sacrificing taste or texture. Whether enjoyed as a comforting breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a sweet dessert, these easy-to-make fritters will appeal to both kids and adults alike. Plus, they’re customizable—add nuts or swap in your favorite fruits for even more variety.
Ingredients
- 2 medium firm apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, diced
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently; fold in diced apples.
- Spoon batter onto the baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice and water to desired consistency; drizzle over warm fritters.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (50g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg