Created on July 17th, 2025 at 07:12 pm
Apple Fritter Bites with Cinnamon Glaze
These baked apple fritter bites are everything cozy, cinnamon-spiced, and irresistibly glazed. Perfectly poppable and shareable — you’ll want to make a double batch!
⏱️ Time Breakdown:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Sitting Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
📝 Ingredients List:
For the Fritters:
- Nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup no-sugar-added applesauce
- 1 ½ cups peeled and finely diced Honeycrisp apples (about 2 medium apples)
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ⅓ cup + 2 tbsp apple cider or apple juice
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Prep the Oven & Pan:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet with cooking spray.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar. Add the egg and stir until smooth. Mix in vanilla and applesauce.
4. Combine & Fold:
Add the dry ingredients to the wet and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped apples 🍏.
5. Bake the Fritters:
Scoop batter (1 tbsp per bite) onto the baking sheet, spacing a few inches apart. Bake for 10 minutes.
6. Make the Glaze:
While baking, whisk powdered sugar and apple cider until a thin glaze forms.
7. Glaze & Broil:
Remove fritters, brush with glaze, and broil for 2–4 minutes until tops are caramelized (rotate pan every minute!) 🔥
8. Final Glaze:
Brush remaining glaze over warm fritters and let set for 15 minutes, until hardened.
💡 Pro Tips Section:
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temp or 1 week in the fridge.
- Reheating: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5–10 minutes or 15–20 seconds in the microwave.
- Substitution Idea: Try pears instead of apples for a cozy twist 🍐.
- Serving Tip: These make the perfect sweet brunch side or dessert platter bite!
📊 Nutrition Info Table:
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bite | 68 | 2g | 14g | 0.2g | 1g | 0.1g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
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