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Easy Baked Apple Fritters with Apple Cider Glaze

Three golden brown baked apple fritters drizzled generously with white glaze, sitting on a white plate.
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Make these easy baked apple fritters for a healthier alternative to fried versions. They feature tender apple chunks and warm cinnamon spice, finished with a simple apple cider glaze. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet afternoon snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1 cup peeled and finely diced fresh apples (about 1 large apple)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider (for glaze)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and melted butter.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the diced fresh apples until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. While the fritters bake, prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, apple cider, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more cider, a drop at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
  9. Remove the baked apple fritters from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool slightly more.
  10. Drizzle the apple cider glaze generously over the warm fritters before serving.

Notes

  • For a slightly crispier exterior, you can lightly brush the tops of the fritters with melted butter just before baking.
  • Use firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith for the best texture that holds up during baking.
  • If you prefer a thicker glaze, reduce the amount of apple cider used.

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