Baked Apple Fritters

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👩‍🍳 How to Whip Up Your Own Baked Apple Fritters 👨‍🍳

  1. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, white whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and spices.

  2. Cut in the Butter: Use a pastry cutter or two forks to cut the cold butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. 🧈

  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Be careful not to overmix—it’s important to keep the fritters tender!

  4. Fold in the Apples: Gently fold in the chopped apples, ensuring that every bite will have a chunk of apple goodness. 🍏

  5. Scoop & Bake: Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto your prepared baking sheet, and let the oven work its magic.

  6. Glaze & Broil: Here’s the secret! A quick glaze and a broil will give your fritters a crunchy, caramelized exterior. They’ll be crispy, but still soft inside—like magic! ✨

🧚‍♀️ Pro Tips from Your Fritter Fairy Godmother 🧚‍♀️

  • Use Tart, Firm Apples: Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are perfect choices for this recipe. They’ll hold their shape and provide the best flavor. 🍏

  • Don’t Flatten the Batter: Let the fritters spread naturally on the baking sheet for that perfect shape. 🙌

  • Add a Maple Twist: Swap the vanilla in the glaze for maple extract to bring an extra fall flavor. 🍁

  • Let Them Cool a Bit: I know it’s hard to wait, but letting the fritters cool slightly before diving in will let the glaze set and make them even more delicious. 😋

🍪 Storing Your Apple Fritter Perfection 🍪

Okay, let’s be real—these fritters are so tasty, they won’t last long! But if you somehow manage to have leftovers:

  • Best Served Fresh: These fritters are best eaten the same day, still warm from the oven. 🥰

  • Storing Leftovers: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature. They’ll stay fresh for a day or two—if they last that long! 😉

🍏 Ingredients 🍏

For the Fritters:

  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour

  • 3/4 cup white whole wheat flour

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 6 tablespoons cold butter, cut into pieces

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 1 egg

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup chopped apple

For the Glaze:

  • 1 cup confectioner’s sugar

  • 2 tablespoons milk

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

🔥 Instructions 🔥

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.

  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flours, brown sugar, baking powder, and spices.

  3. Cut in Butter: Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or two forks to cut it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  4. Add Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir this mixture into the flour mixture until just combined—don’t overmix.

  5. Fold in Apples: Gently fold in the chopped apples.

  6. Scoop & Bake: Drop spoonfuls of batter (about 1/4 cup each) onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 11-13 minutes or until the bottoms are golden and the center is set.

  7. Broil & Glaze: Remove the fritters from the oven and place them on a wire rack. Turn the oven to broil. In a small bowl, whisk together the glaze ingredients and brush a thin layer over the fritters. Broil for 2-4 minutes until the tops are golden and crispy.

  8. Finish & Serve: Brush the remaining glaze over the warm fritters and allow it to harden before serving. Enjoy! 🎉

🍏 Conclusion: Fall in Love with Fall Fritters! 🍏

There you have it—delicious Baked Apple Fritters that are bound to become a new fall tradition in your house. With simple ingredients and a few easy steps, these fritters are the perfect treat for any autumn day. 🧡

Now, let’s get baking and enjoy the warmth and comfort that only apple fritters can bring! 🍏🍂

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