Oh, warm baked apple fritters are pure comfort food, perfect for a cozy snack or dessert! Here’s a simple, safe, and delicious recipe you can make at home without deep-frying.
Warm Baked Apple Fritters Recipe
Servings: 6–8
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20–25 min
Ingredients
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2 medium apples (like Honeycrisp or Fuji), peeled, cored, and chopped into small cubes
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tbsp granulated sugar
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/4 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp cinnamon (plus extra for sprinkling)
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1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
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1/3 cup milk
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 tbsp melted butter or vegetable oil
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Powdered sugar or glaze for topping (optional)
Optional Glaze
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1–2 tsp milk
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1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. -
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. -
Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, combine milk, egg, vanilla, and melted butter. -
Combine & Fold in Apples
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold in the chopped apples until just combined. Don’t overmix—the batter should be slightly thick. -
Spoon Onto Baking Sheet
Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each fritter (about 1–2 inches). -
Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through if desired for even browning. Fritters are done when golden brown and firm to the touch. -
Optional Glaze
While fritters are warm, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make a simple glaze. Drizzle over fritters. -
Serve Warm
Best enjoyed fresh out of the oven with a cup of tea or hot chocolate!
💡 Tips for Perfect Fritters:
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Use firm apples so they hold their shape.
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For extra flavor, toss apple cubes in a pinch of cinnamon and sugar before folding into the batter.
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You can add raisins or chopped nuts for texture.
If you want, I can also give you a “mini oven-baked apple fritters trick” that makes them crispy on the outside but soft and gooey inside, just like bakery-style.