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Apple Fritter Bites

Baked Apple Fritter Bites Bursting with Fall Flavor

These Apple Fritter Bites offer a guilt-free fall treat that’s easy to make and deliciously comforting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour can be swapped with a gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 tsp baking powder ensure it’s fresh
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt substitute with sea salt if preferred
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon adds warm flavor
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted can replace with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar brown sugar can deepen the flavor
  • 1 large egg can substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract adds aromatic sweetness
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce provides moisture
  • 1.5 cups finely diced Honeycrisp or Gala apples approx. 2 medium apples
  • nonstick cooking spray prevents sticking during baking
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups powdered sugar ensure it's sifted
  • 0.375 cups apple cider or juice fresh apple juice can be used

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a large bowl, melt unsalted butter and whisk it with granulated sugar. Then add egg, vanilla extract, and applesauce.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined, then gently fold in the apples.
  5. Scoop portions of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
  6. Bake for 10 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. While baking, whisk together powdered sugar and apple cider or juice in a bowl for the glaze.
  8. After baking, switch the oven to broil. Brush the fritter bites with glaze and broil for 2-4 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven, brush with remaining glaze, and allow resting at room temperature for 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container; they stay fresh for up to 2 days at room temperature or 5 days in the fridge.

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