Make small, delicious apple fritter bites at home using this simple baked recipe. These miniature apple fritters are perfect for a quick snack or dessert.
Author:miasmeals
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:15 min
Total Time:30 min
Yield:18 bites 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup finely chopped apple (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
1/4 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
1 tablespoon milk (for glaze)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk the egg, 1/2 cup milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
Fold in the chopped apple pieces gently.
Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the bites cool slightly, prepare the glaze. Whisk together the powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon until smooth.
Once the apple fritter bites are slightly cooled, drizzle the cinnamon glaze over the tops. Allow the glaze to set before serving.
Notes
For a crispier exterior, you can lightly spray the tops of the batter with cooking spray before baking.
Use firm, tart apples for the best flavor contrast against the sweet dough.
These are best eaten the day they are made, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.