Description
Delicious baked apple fritters that combine fresh apples with a spiced batter, baked to golden perfection and topped with a sweet apple cider glaze. These fritters are a lighter alternative to traditional fried versions, offering a soft, aromatic treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1 cup peeled, cored, and diced fresh apples (about 1 medium apple)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons apple cider
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients and Cut in Butter: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then whisk in the vanilla extract and vanilla yogurt until combined. Pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined.
- Fold in Apples: Gently fold in the diced fresh apples into the batter, being careful not to overmix.
- Shape and Bake: Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the fritters are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the fritters bake, whisk together the powdered sugar and apple cider in a small bowl until smooth and pourable. Adjust thickness by adding more powdered sugar or cider as needed.
- Glaze and Serve: Once the fritters have cooled slightly on a wire rack, drizzle the apple cider glaze over the top. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use tart apples such as Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and tartness.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the fritters tender.
- The glaze can be adjusted in thickness based on your preference.
- Store leftover fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- These fritters can be reheated briefly in the oven to restore crispiness.
