Baked Apple Fritters

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There’s something truly comforting about the warm aroma of apples, cinnamon, and sweet dough filling your kitchen. These Baked Apple Fritters bring all the cozy flavors of a classic bakery treat — but with a lighter, oven-baked twist that makes them perfect for enjoying any time of day. Soft on the inside, slightly crisp on the outside, and finished with a glossy vanilla glaze, every bite feels like a little moment of homemade happiness.

Whether you’re serving them for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack ☕, these fritters are easy to make and always a crowd favorite. The diced apples add bursts of juicy freshness while the cinnamon-spiced batter keeps them warm and flavorful. Best of all, they’re baked — no deep frying needed — so you can enjoy them with less mess and just as much indulgence.

Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

For the fritters:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups diced apples (peeled and small cubes)

For brushing:

2 tablespoons melted butter

For the glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
In another bowl, beat the egg with the milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until a thick batter forms. Do not overmix.
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Fold in the diced apples evenly throughout the batter 🍎.
Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, drop mounds of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each fritter. Gently shape them into rustic rounds.
Brush the tops lightly with melted butter to help them brown beautifully in the oven.
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
While the fritters cool slightly, prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
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Drizzle the glaze generously over the warm fritters and allow it to set for a few minutes ✨.

Conclusion

These Baked Apple Fritters are the perfect blend of soft, fruity goodness and sweet cinnamon warmth, finished with a silky glaze that melts right into every crevice. They’re wonderfully comforting without being heavy, making them a treat you can enjoy again and again.

Serve them warm for the best texture and flavor, and watch them disappear faster than you can bake the next batch. Whether paired with coffee in the morning or enjoyed as a cozy dessert, these fritters are guaranteed to bring smiles all around.

Would you enjoy these fresh from the oven or save a few for later?