Description
Apple Fritter Bites are the perfect blend of sweet and spice, making them a delightful treat for any occasion. These bite-sized delights feature tender chunks of fresh apples enveloped in a warm, cinnamon-infused dough, all topped with a glossy glaze that adds just the right amount of sweetness. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a cozy afternoon snack, these irresistible morsels will quickly become a favorite. Easy to make and even easier to devour, Apple Fritter Bites are sure to bring smiles to faces young and old.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 Honeycrisp or Gala apples (about 2 medium)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup + 2 tbsp apple cider or juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and grease a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter and granulated sugar until combined. Add egg, vanilla extract, and applesauce; whisk until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in diced apples.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for about 10 minutes; then broil for 2–4 minutes until the glaze caramelizes slightly.
- Glaze while warm and let cool for 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter bite (30g)
- Calories: 117
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 19mg