Description
Delight in these bite-sized Apple Fritter Bites, featuring a soft, cinnamon-spiced batter studded with fresh diced apples. Baked to golden perfection and finished with a luscious apple cider glaze, these treats offer a perfect balance of fruity sweetness and cozy spice—ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
Add-ins
- 1 1/2 cups finely diced Honeycrisp or Gala apples
Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup + 2 tbsp apple cider or apple juice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a nonstick baking sheet to prevent sticking during baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and ground cinnamon until fully combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter with granulated sugar. Then add the egg, vanilla extract, and unsweetened applesauce, whisking until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently to avoid overmixing. Then fold in the finely diced apples to distribute evenly.
- Scoop onto Baking Sheet: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of batter onto the greased baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart to allow room for baking expansion.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the fritter bites for about 10 minutes, or until they turn golden brown on top.
- Prepare Glaze: While the fritter bites bake, whisk together the powdered sugar and apple cider (or juice) until a smooth glaze forms.
- Glaze and Broil: Once baked, remove the fritter bites from the oven and brush the warm bites generously with the prepared glaze. Place them under the broiler for a short time to caramelize the glaze, giving an extra glossy, flavorful finish.
Notes
- For best results, use Honeycrisp or Gala apples as they provide sweet and tender bites; however, other firm apples like Fuji or Granny Smith can substitute.
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure light and tender fritter bites.
- Keep a close eye while broiling to prevent burning, as the glaze caramelizes quickly.
- Gluten-free flour blend can be used to make this recipe gluten-free, but texture may vary slightly.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat gently before serving.
