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Apple Fritter Bites

Deliciously Light Apple Fritter Bites for Fall Fun

Delicious Apple Fritter Bites are a guilt-free dessert perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1.5 cups All-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 tsp Baking powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal rise
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher salt Sea salt can be used as a substitute
  • 2 tsp Ground cinnamon Can substitute with pumpkin pie spice for a seasonal twist
  • 0.25 cups Unsalted butter Coconut oil can serve as a dairy-free option
  • 0.25 cups Granulated sugar Reduce for a less sweet version if desired
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg can be used for a vegan option
  • 0.5 tsp Vanilla extract Almond extract can be used for variation
  • 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce Can be replaced with additional mashed bananas
  • 1.5 cups Finely diced Honeycrisp or Gala apples Other sweet apples can be substituted
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Can reduce sugar for a less sweet glaze
  • 0.33 cups Apple cider or juice Use fresh cider for best results
  • 2 tbsp Apple cider or juice Use fresh cider for best results

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray or parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
  3. In a large bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until well blended, then add the egg, vanilla, and applesauce, mixing until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix. Then fold in the diced apples.
  5. Using a tablespoon, drop batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them to allow for expansion. Bake for about 10 minutes.
  6. Switch the oven to broil and prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar and apple cider until smooth.
  7. Broil the fritters for an additional 2-4 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  8. Brush the warm fritters with the apple cider glaze, returning to the broiler for another minute.
  9. Remove and brush the remaining glaze over the top before letting them sit for about 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, choose firm, sweet apples and avoid overmixing the batter.

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