Quick & Easy Glazed Apple Fritter Bites (Baked Version)
You deserve a warm, comforting treat without spending hours in the kitchen. These baked apple fritter bites capture the sweet, cinnamon flavor of traditional fritters in a small, easy snack perfect for breakfast or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 30 min
- Yield: About 18 bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- For the Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar
- For the Glaze: 2-3 tablespoons milk
- For the Glaze: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate, smaller bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fold in the finely chopped apples until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each bite. They will puff slightly while baking.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While the bites cool slightly, prepare the glaze. Whisk the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk in a small bowl until smooth. Add the remaining milk, one teaspoon at a time, until you reach a thick but pourable consistency.
- Dip or drizzle the warm apple fritter bites generously with the cinnamon sugar glaze.
- Serve warm for the best experience.
Notes
- For a crispier exterior similar to fried fritters, you can pan-fry these bites in about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat until golden brown on all sides, then drain on paper towels before glazing.
- Use firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith for the best texture and flavor contrast against the sweet glaze.
- You can make these ahead and store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. Reheat briefly in the microwave if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg