Baked Apple Fritters (Quick & Easy

These baked apple fritters are soft, fluffy, and packed with warm cinnamon-apple flavor. They’re quick to prepare, healthier than fried fritters, and perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

For the fritters:

2 cups apples, peeled and chopped (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best)

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/3 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup milk

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional glaze:

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1–2 tablespoons milk

1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Mix the dry ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

Mix the wet ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Combine

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Do not overmix.

Add the apples

Gently fold in the chopped apples until evenly distributed.

Shape the fritters

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter and drop onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.

Bake

Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the fritters are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cool slightly

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before glazing.

Optional Glaze

In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Drizzle the glaze over the warm fritters.

Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.

Tips & Variations

Add 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg for extra warmth.

For more texture, mix in chopped walnuts or pecans.

These fritters are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.