Description
Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts combine the crispy texture of waffles with the sweet, tender bursts of cinnamon-spiced apples. This easy-to-make recipe offers a unique twist on classic apple fritters and waffles, perfect for fall flavors and breakfast or dessert occasions.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 ½ cups finely chopped apples (preferably Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings and Variations
- Icing sugar or glaze for drizzling
- Chopped pecans or walnuts
- Gluten-free flour blend (to substitute all-purpose flour)
- Pinch of nutmeg or cloves
- Maple syrup for glaze
- Warm caramel sauce for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: Whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and sugar in a large bowl. In another bowl, combine the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Add the Apples: Gently fold the finely chopped apples into the batter, ensuring even distribution for moist and flavorful waffle donuts.
- Preheat Your Waffle Donut Maker: Plug in the waffle donut maker and lightly grease the plates with butter or nonstick spray. Preheating is essential to achieve a crispy crust.
- Cook the Donuts: Spoon the batter into each cavity, filling about three-quarters full. Close the lid and cook for 4-6 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Glaze: Carefully remove the waffle donuts and place on a wire rack to cool slightly. Once cooled, drizzle with icing sugar glaze or your chosen topping to finish.
Notes
- Use fresh, crisp apples like Fuji or Honeycrisp to avoid soggy donuts.
- Mix the batter just until combined to keep the waffles light and tender.
- Preheat the waffle maker thoroughly before cooking for the best crispy edges.
- Grease the waffle plates well to prevent sticking and ease removal.
- Experiment with additional spices such as nutmeg or cloves to enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes per batch
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle donut
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: apple fritter, waffle donuts, breakfast treats, fall recipes, cinnamon apples, easy brunch, dessert waffles
