Warm Baked Apple Fritters Recipe

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There’s nothing quite like the smell of warm apples and cinnamon wafting through the kitchen on a crisp morning. These Warm Baked Apple Fritters are a lighter twist on the classic fried version—soft, fluffy, and packed with chunks of tender apples. Glazed to perfection and easy to make, these fritters are the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting dessert. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients:

For the fritters:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/3 cup milk

  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (or oil)

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 1/2 cups peeled, diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great)

For the glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • 1–2 tablespoons milk

  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

    2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

    3. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add milk, applesauce (or oil), and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

    4. Combine and fold in apples: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped apples.

    5. Scoop onto baking sheet: Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, drop heaping spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet. Shape slightly into rounds.

    6. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

    7. Make the glaze: While fritters are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

    8. Glaze the fritters: Let fritters cool for 5 minutes, then drizzle with the glaze. For extra sweetness, double dip them once the first glaze sets.

    9. Serve Warm:

      Enjoy them fresh out of the oven while they’re still warm and gooey—perfect with a hot cup of coffee or cider.

      Want a version with a crumble topping or apple pie filling twist next?

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