Baked Apple Fritters

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup milk
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups tart apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and finely diced

Glaze

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2–3 tbsp milk or apple cider
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined. Fold in the diced apples.
5. Shape & Bake: Drop ¼-cup portions of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk (or cider), and vanilla in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle or brush generously over warm fritters.

NutrientPer Fritter (1 of 12)Calories~235 kcalProtein~3.5 gCarbohydrates~43 gDietary Fiber~1 gFat~5 gSaturated Fat~2.5 gSugar~26 gSodium~180 mg

Nutritional Highlights

• Lighter Than Fried: Baking instead of deep-frying keeps total fat and calories significantly lower than standard bakery fritters.
• Refined Carbs & Sugar: Most calories come from quick-digesting carbohydrates (all-purpose flour and sugars).
• Portion Control: Enjoying them warm right after baking provides the best texture while keeping individual serving sizes manageable.