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Apple Fritter Bites Recipe

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These Apple Fritter Bites are delightful, bite-sized treats bursting with sweet, tender apples and warm cinnamon spices, crowned with a glossy apple cider glaze. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or an indulgent snack, they combine the classic flavors of apple fritters in an easy-to-bake, oven-broiled mini version.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce

Main Add-ins

  • 1 1/2 cups finely diced Honeycrisp or Gala apples (about 2 medium)

Glaze

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup + 2 tbsp apple cider or juice

Additional

  • Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F and grease a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Then add the egg, vanilla extract, and unsweetened applesauce, mixing until the batter is smooth and uniform.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients bowl and stir gently just until combined, taking care not to overmix. Then fold in the diced apples carefully to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.
  5. Portion Batter: Using a tablespoon, scoop out small portions of batter and drop them a few inches apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow space for expansion during baking.
  6. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10 minutes until the fritter bites are puffed and lightly golden.
  7. Prepare Glaze: While the fritters bake, whisk together the powdered sugar and apple cider or juice in a bowl until the mixture is thin and pourable, forming the glaze.
  8. Glaze and Broil: Remove fritters from the oven and switch the oven to broil on high. Brush the warm fritter bites generously with some of the glaze, letting it drip down the sides. Broil for 2 to 4 minutes, rotating the pan frequently to ensure even caramelization, until the glaze bubbles up and becomes caramelized.
  9. Final Glaze Application: Remove from the oven and brush the remaining glaze evenly over the tops of the fritters for a glossy finish.
  10. Set and Serve: Let the fritters sit for about 15 minutes to allow the glaze to set completely before serving to enjoy their full flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Gala for the best texture and sweetness balance.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the fritters tender and light.
  • If you prefer a thicker or thinner glaze, adjust the amount of apple cider accordingly.
  • Broiling the glaze caramelizes the sugar, adding a delightful crispness and enhancing flavor – don’t skip this step.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat gently to soften the glaze.

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