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These Baked Apple Fritters capture all the cozy, spiced apple flavor of traditional fritters but with a healthier baked twist. Tender on the inside with soft chunks of apple and a hint of cinnamon, they’re drizzled with a simple sweet glaze, making them a perfect, comforting breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Baked Apple Fritters

Ingredients:

Ingredient	Quantity
All-purpose flour	2 cups
Granulated sugar	1/4 cup
Baking powder	1 tablespoon
Salt	1/2 teaspoon
Ground cinnamon	2 teaspoons
Whole milk	1/2 cup
Large eggs	2
Vanilla extract	2 teaspoons (plus 1/2 teaspoon for glaze)
Diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)	2 cups
Melted butter	2 tablespoons

For the Glaze:

Ingredient	Quantity
Powdered sugar	1 cup
Milk	2-3 tablespoons
Vanilla extract	1/2 teaspoon

Instructions:

Preheat Oven & Prep Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon until well combined.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, combine the 1/2 cup whole milk, 2 large eggs, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix with a spoon or spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
Fold in Apples & Butter: Gently fold in the 2 cups diced apples and 2 tablespoons melted butter until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Form Fritters: Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping them into small, rustic mounds.
Bake Fritters: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the fritters are golden brown on the edges and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Prepare Glaze: While the fritters are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the 1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Adjust milk amount as needed to reach desired consistency.
Glaze & Serve: Once the fritters are baked, allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before drizzling the glaze generously over them. Serve warm and enjoy the comforting, homey goodness!