Baked Apple Fritters Recipe
This easy apple fritters recipe delivers all the classic flavors of traditional apple fritters—without the deep frying! Crisp on the outside, fluffy inside, and packed with cinnamon-spiced apples, these fritters are perfect for breakfast or dessert. The light glaze caramelizes under the broiler for that irresistible crunch.
Ingredients
- For the Fritters:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract or maple extract for extra fall flavor
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 ½ cups peeled and diced apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best
- For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat eggs, then mix in milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Fold in Apples: Gently mix apples into the batter until evenly distributed.
- Scoop & Bake: Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the baking sheet, leaving space between each fritter. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Make the Glaze: While baking, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Glaze & Broil: Brush fritters with glaze, then broil for 2 minutes to caramelize. Apply a second glaze coat and let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double-glaze the fritters—one layer before broiling, one after.
- Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples work best for a firm texture and sweet-tart flavor.
- Reheat leftovers in an oven or air fryer to maintain crispness.