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My Secret to Keeping My Husband Smiling: Baked Apple Fritters He Can’t Resist!
Want to know the little treat that instantly lifts my husband’s mood, no matter how his day’s been? These baked apple fritters are my go-to secret. They're soft, fluffy, filled with warm cinnamon-spiced apples, and topped with a dreamy vanilla glaze — all without deep-frying! Perfect for cozy mornings, weekend brunches, or a surprise dessert after dinner.
🍏 What Makes These Fritters So Irresistible?
Unlike the greasy fried kind, these are baked to golden perfection — tender on the inside, with bursts of juicy apple and a warm cinnamon kick. And that vanilla glaze? It’s the finishing touch that makes them feel special every time.
🍽️ Ingredients
Fritter Batter:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1/2 cup whole milk
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2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great)
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2 tablespoons melted butter
Simple Vanilla Glaze:
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2–3 tablespoons milk
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
👩🍳 How to Make Them
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Preheat Oven & Prep Pan
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. -
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. -
Add Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, mix milk, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter. Stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. -
Fold in Apples
Gently mix in the diced apples — don’t overmix. -
Scoop & Bake
Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until lightly golden and cooked through. -
Glaze & Serve
While fritters bake, whisk together the glaze ingredients. Once out of the oven, drizzle glaze over warm fritters. Let it set... if you can wait!
💡 Pro Tip:
Want a little extra flair? Add a pinch of nutmeg to the batter or swap the vanilla glaze for maple glaze during fall months!
These fritters aren’t just a recipe — they’re a mood-lifter, a kitchen hug, and my personal way of adding a little joy to my husband’s day. 💛