Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts
Crispy on the edges and tender inside, these apple fritter waffle donuts are loaded with cinnamon apples and topped with a sweet glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 waffle donuts (depending on the size of the waffle iron)
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Waffle, Frying (for apples)
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1 large egg
3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup peeled and diced apples (about 1 medium apple)
1/4 cup brown sugar (for caramelizing the apples)
1 tbsp butter (for caramelizing the apples)
For the Cinnamon Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
Prepare the Apple Fritter Filling:
In a small skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples and brown sugar. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the apples are soft and caramelized. Set aside to cool slightly.
Make the Donut Batter:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined (the batter should be thick).
Add the Apples:
Gently fold the caramelized apples into the batter, making sure they’re evenly distributed.
Cook the Waffle Donuts:
Preheat a waffle iron to medium-high heat and lightly grease it. Spoon the batter into the waffle iron, being careful not to overfill. Close the waffle iron and cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Remove the waffle donuts and let them cool slightly.
Prepare the Glaze:
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
Glaze the Donuts:
Drizzle the cinnamon glaze over the warm waffle donuts, allowing it to set before serving.
Notes
If you prefer a crispier texture, you can cook the waffle donuts a bit longer in the waffle iron.
You can use any variety of apples, but Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples work best for balance between sweetness and tartness.
These are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container for 1-2 days.
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