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Apple Fritter Bites

Deliciously Baked Apple Fritter Bites for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Delicious Baked Apple Fritter Bites, a guilt-free indulgence with apple and cinnamon flavors, perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 can Nonstick Cooking Spray or parchment paper
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour can be used
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder use fresh for best results
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt reduce if using table salt
  • 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon substitute with apple pie spice if desired
  • 0.25 cups Unsalted Butter (melted) coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 0.25 cups Granulated Sugar stevia or coconut sugar for lower glycemic index
  • 1 Large Egg flax egg as a vegan option
  • 0.5 tsp Vanilla Extract vanilla bean paste can elevate flavor
  • 0.5 cups Unsweetened Applesauce sweetened applesauce works for added sweetness
  • 1.5 cups Finely Diced Honeycrisp or Gala Apples any sweet apple variety works
For the Apple Cider Glaze
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 0.33 cups Apple Cider or Juice reduce for thicker glaze
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider or Juice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • whisk
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Apple Fritter Bites
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with nonstick spray or parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
  3. In a large bowl, combine melted butter and sugar, stirring until smooth. Whisk in egg, vanilla, and applesauce until incorporated.
  4. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, stirring gently. Fold in diced apples.
  5. Scoop portions of the batter onto the baking sheet, spacing them a few inches apart.
  6. Bake for 10 minutes until golden and puffed. Prepare apple cider glaze while baking.
  7. Whisk together powdered sugar and apple cider until smooth.
  8. Brush glaze over warm fritters and return to broil for 2-4 minutes until caramelized.
  9. Brush remaining glaze over fritters and let sit for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best experience. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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