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Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts

Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts: Your New Breakfast Obsession

Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts combine the taste of warm cinnamon-spiced apples with delightful textures, creating your new breakfast obsession.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated will elevate your recipe
  • 2 large eggs binds ingredients
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar coconut sugar can be used for lower glycemic index
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk substitute with milk mixed with vinegar if needed
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted; coconut oil works well for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups diced tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith) or other tart varieties like Honeycrisp
  • 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional; omit if nut allergies are a concern
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sweetens the glaze
  • 2 tablespoons milk plant-based milk can substitute for dairy-free
  • extra powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • waffle iron
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by peeling, coring, and dicing tart apples (like Granny Smith) into small chunks. Set aside in a bowl.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in diced apples and optional nuts.
  5. Preheat your waffle iron according to instructions and lightly grease it.
  6. Spoon about ¼ cup of batter into the centers of the waffle iron for each donut and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Transfer waffle donuts to a wire rack to cool for about 5 minutes.
  8. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth to make the glaze.
  9. Once cooled, drizzle the glaze over the donuts and dust with additional powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Mix the batter just until combined to avoid tough donuts. Adjust glaze thickness to your liking.

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