Warm Up Your Kitchen with Irresistible Baked Apple Fritters Recipe

Photo byAngie Bright

As the air grows crisper and the leaves begin to change, there's nothing quite like the comfort of a warm, freshly baked treat. Baked Apple Fritters bring that cozy autumn feeling into your kitchen, filling it with the sweet, spiced aroma of apples and cinnamon. Unlike traditional fried fritters, these baked delights are a bit lighter but still deliver the same delicious taste and comforting texture.

With their golden-brown exterior and tender, apple-filled center, these fritters make the perfect companion to your morning coffee or an after-dinner dessert. The glaze adds a touch of sweetness that balances the rich, spiced dough. The best part? This baked version is a little kinder on the waistline, so you can indulge without the guilt.

Baked Apple Fritters Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Fritters:

• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup white whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons butter, cold and cut into pieces
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped apple

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flours, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt.
3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Add this to the flour mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. Gently fold in the chopped apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
6. Drop the batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each fritter.
7. Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden and the centers are set. Remove from the oven and place on a wire rack.
8. Turn the oven to broil. Meanwhile, prepare the glaze by whisking together confectioner's sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
9. Brush a thin layer of glaze over the fritters. Broil for 2-4 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning, until the tops are lightly golden.
10. Remove from the oven and brush with the remaining glaze while warm. Allow the glaze to set before serving.

These baked apple fritters are a delight, with their tender, spiced centers and a sweet, crackly glaze that offers the perfect finishing touch. The combination of whole wheat and all-purpose flour gives them a balance of heartiness and softness, while the chunks of apple add a burst of natural sweetness.

Whether you’re serving them up for a family breakfast or enjoying a quiet moment with a cup of tea, these fritters are a treat that brings warmth to any autumn day. The smell alone will have your household gathering in the kitchen, eager to get a taste of these fall-inspired goodies.

For a visual step-by-step guide, check out the recipe photo on Facebook, which captures the golden-brown fritters fresh from the oven.