Here’s a cozy, bakery-style recipe for Warm Baked Apple Fritters — all the sweet, cinnamon-apple goodness you love, but baked instead of fried! They’re soft, fluffy, and packed with fresh apple chunks and a hint of vanilla, with a sticky glaze or powdered sugar on top.
🍎 Warm Baked Apple Fritters
🍽️ Makes: About 10–12 fritters
⏲️ Total Time: ~35 minutes
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Fritters:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
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2 large eggs
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3/4 cup milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons melted butter
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1 1/2 cups peeled, chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are great)
Optional Add-in:
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
For the Glaze:
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1–2 tablespoons milk or apple cider
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
👨🍳 Instructions:
1. Preheat & Prep:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
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In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, and melted butter.
4. Combine & Fold In Apples:
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Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just combined (don’t overmix).
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Fold in chopped apples (and nuts, if using).
5. Scoop & Bake:
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Drop heaping spoonfuls of batter onto the baking sheet — leave space between for spreading.
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Bake for 14–18 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Glaze While Warm:
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Whisk glaze ingredients together until smooth.
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Drizzle over warm fritters or dip the tops for a sticky finish.
🌟 Serving Tips:
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Best enjoyed warm, fresh from the oven.
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Pair with hot coffee, tea, or cider.
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You can also dust with powdered sugar instead of glazing if you prefer.
✅ Variations:
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Swap apples for pears or peaches in season.
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Add a touch of maple syrup to the glaze for fall flavor.
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Use whole wheat flour for a heartier version.
Let me know if you’d like a gluten-free, air fryer, or yeast-raised version of apple fritters!
