Description
These cozy Apple Fritter Bites are soft, cinnamon-spiced, and studded with juicy apples, all baked (not fried!) to perfection. Finished with a sweet apple cider glaze, they’re the ultimate fall treat for snacking, brunch, or back-to-school indulgence, without the mess of deep frying.
Ingredients
For the batter:
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp kosher salt
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2 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
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1 1/2 cups finely diced Honeycrisp or Gala apples
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Nonstick cooking spray
For the glaze:
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1/3 cup + 2 tbsp apple cider or apple juice
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
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In a large bowl, whisk melted butter with sugar. Add egg, vanilla, and applesauce; mix until smooth.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir just until combined. Fold in the diced apples.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet, spacing evenly.
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Bake for 10 minutes. Switch oven to broil.
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While baking, whisk together powdered sugar and apple cider until smooth.
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Brush fritters with glaze and broil for 2–4 minutes, rotating often until golden and bubbly.
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Remove from oven, brush with remaining glaze, and let set for 15 minutes.
Notes
Best apples: Honeycrisp or Gala for sweet-tart flavor.
Broiling caramelizes the glaze—don’t skip it.
Add extra cider to thin the glaze if needed.
Store glazed bites in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temp or 5 days in the fridge.
To serve later, store glaze separately and apply fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes + 2–4 minutes broiling
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American