Description
These Apple Fritter Bites are a delightful mini treat that combines tender, cinnamon-spiced dough with sweet diced apples, baked to golden perfection and topped with a glossy apple cider glaze. Perfect as a bite-sized dessert or a cozy snack.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 1/2 cups finely diced apples (Honeycrisp or Gala)
Glaze Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup + 2 tbsp apple cider or apple juice
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Lightly grease a nonstick baking sheet to ensure the fritter bites don’t stick during baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and ground cinnamon thoroughly to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, blend the melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fully combined. Then whisk in the large egg, vanilla extract, and unsweetened applesauce until smooth and uniform.
- Incorporate Dry into Wet & Fold Apples: Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently. Fold in the finely diced apples carefully to keep their shape distributed evenly within the batter.
- Portion onto Baking Sheet: Using a tablespoon, scoop out portions of the batter and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet so they have room to spread slightly as they bake.
- Bake and Broil: Bake the fritter bites for about 10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Then, switch on the broiler and broil for an additional 2-4 minutes to caramelize and slightly brown the tops for added texture and flavor.
- Prepare and Apply Glaze: While the fritters are warm, whisk together the powdered sugar with the apple cider or juice until smooth and glossy. Brush the glaze over the warm fritter bites to finish with a sweet, tangy shine.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Honeycrisp or Gala for the best texture in the fritters.
- Watch the fritters carefully while broiling to prevent burning; caramelization happens quickly.
- For a thicker glaze, reduce the apple cider slightly before mixing with powdered sugar.
- These bites are best enjoyed warm but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Apple fritter bites, mini apple fritters, bite-sized dessert, cinnamon apple treats, baked apple fritters, glazed apple bites
