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Baked Cinnamon Glazed Apple Fritters

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Baked Cinnamon Glazed Apple Fritters are the perfect autumn treat that combines fluffy dough with sweet, spiced apples and a rich cinnamon glaze. These delightful fritters are easy to make, filling your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma that will have everyone coming back for more. Whether you’re serving them for breakfast or as a snack, these baked goodies bring comfort and joy in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 cups chopped tart apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tbsp milk (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Pour into dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
  4. Fold in the chopped apples until evenly distributed.
  5. Using an ice cream scoop, drop batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each fritter.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown on top.
  7. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth. Drizzle over warm fritters before serving.

Nutrition

Keywords: Swap apples for pears or add nuts for extra crunch. For added flavor depth, incorporate nutmeg or allspice into the batter. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days; reheat in the oven at 350°F until warm.