Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Apple Fritter Doughnut Bites, a sweet treat perfect for any occasion. These bite-sized delights combine the freshness of apples with warm cinnamon and a luscious glaze, making them irresistible to family and friends alike. In just 22 minutes, you can whip up these mini doughnuts for breakfast, dessert, or as a satisfying snack. With their crispy exterior and soft, apple-filled center, these doughnut bites are sure to become a favorite in your home. Plus, they’re easy to customize with various glazes and spices to suit your taste buds!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- pinch of salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 egg (slightly beaten)
- 1/3 cup + 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 1/2 cups finely diced apples (I used 1 medium Granny Smith and 1 medium Gala apple)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons milk (may need more)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Create a well in the dry mixture and add milk, melted butter, beaten egg, and vanilla. Stir until combined.
- Gently fold in finely diced apples.
- Heat canola oil in a frying pan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
- Scoop batter into the hot oil using a mini ice cream scoop and fry for 1½ – 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Dip each fritter in the glaze and let set on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 99
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg