Description
Experience the comforting warmth and embrace of these Baked Apple Fritters. A twist, on the classic that is both nourishing and divine. These fritters offer a blend of flavors and textures combining the sweetness of diced apples with the subtle spiciness of cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. What sets them apart is their guilt-free nature. Instead of being fried they are baked to a beautiful golden hue. Topped with a vanilla glaze that adds the right amount of sweetness each bite takes you on a journey through the heart of autumn. These fritters are perfect for breakfast or, as a snack. The best part? They are quick and easy to make giving you time to relish in the joy they bring to your loved ones’ faces.
Ingredients
For the Fritters:
3/4 c. all-purpose flour
3/4 c. white whole wheat flour
1/2 c. brown sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. allspice
1/4 tsp. salt
6 tbsp. butter, cold and cut into pieces
1/2 c. milk (the higher the fat content, the richer the flavor)
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 c. chopped apple
For the Glaze:
1 c. confectioner’s sugar
2 tbsp. milk (a higher percentage of fat works the best)
1 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet, with a silicone baking mat (if it’s suitable for broiling). Or use it without a mat for cleaning.
In a bowl whisk together the all-purpose flour, white whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and salt. Add the butter diced into pieces and mix it into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a bowl whisk together the milk, egg and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the ingredients and stir until they are just combined. Carefully fold in the chopped apple.
Using a measuring cup of 1/4 cup capacity drop portions of the batter onto the baking sheet. If you prefer smaller fritters use a heaping tablespoon of batter for each.
Bake for 11 to 13 minutes until the bottoms turn brown and the centers become firm. If you’re making smaller fritters start checking for doneness at 8 minutes. Remove them from the oven. Switch to broil mode.
While waiting for the oven to heat up for broiling prepare the glaze by whisking together confectioners’ sugar with milk and vanilla extract until you achieve consistency. Brush a layer of glaze, over each fritter.
Put the fritters underneath the broiler. Let them cook for 2 to 4 minutes until the tops begin to take on a golden hue and the glaze starts to bubble.
Take out the baking sheet from the oven carefully and move the fritters onto a wire rack. Brush the remaining glaze, onto the fritters while they are still warm.
Allow some time for the glaze to solidify then they will be ready to be served. It is recommended to enjoy these apple fritters on the same day, for optimal satisfaction.
Notes
To construct these delectable Baked Apple Fritters without gluten you can efficiently supersede the all-purpose flour and white whole wheat flour, with a gluten-free flour blend of your choice. Just make sure that all the elements you utilize including the baking powder and spices are permitted gluten-free to preclude any cross contamination. This way you’ll have fritters that are safe for everyone to relish without any worries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
