Cinnamon Glazed Apple Fritters
Cinnamon Glazed Apple Fritters are a delicious treat that combines warm flavors of cinnamon and sweet apples, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
For the fritters
- 1 can Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing mini muffin tin
- 180 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 60 grams unsalted butter, melted
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 120 millilitres unsweetened applesauce
- 1.5 cups finely diced Honeycrisp or Gala apples (approximately 2 medium apples)
For the glaze
- 240 grams powdered sugar
- 100 millilitres apple cider or apple juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a mini muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix together the melted butter, granulated sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and applesauce until well combined.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the finely diced apples.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
Baking
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the fritters are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and apple cider or juice in a bowl until smooth.
- Once the fritters are done baking, let them cool slightly before dipping them in the glaze.
Serving
- Serve warm and enjoy your Cinnamon Glazed Apple Fritters!
Notes
These fritters are best served warm. Drizzle extra glaze over the top for presentation. They pair perfectly with a hot cup of coffee or tea. Store fritters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days, or refrigerate for up to a week.