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Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts Recipe

Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts Recipe
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Delight in these Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts, combining the classic flavors of apple fritters with the fun shape and texture of waffles. Soft, tender, and full of cinnamon-spiced diced tart apples, these waffle donuts are perfect for a cozy fall breakfast or brunch. Topped with a smooth vanilla glaze and a dusting of powdered sugar, they offer a homemade twist on a beloved sweet treat that’s easy to make with a waffle iron.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • ¾ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Fruit and Nuts

  • 1½ cups peeled, diced tart apple (such as Granny Smith)
  • Optional: ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Extra powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prep the Apples: Peel, core, and dice the apples into small chunks to ensure they cook evenly inside the waffle donuts. Set them aside while you prepare the batter.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined to create a spiced flour mixture.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  4. Make the Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry flour mixture and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the waffles tender.
  5. Add Apples and Nuts: Fold in the diced apples along with the optional chopped pecans or walnuts, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
  6. Preheat Waffle Iron: Heat your waffle iron and lightly grease it with nonstick spray or butter to prevent sticking.
  7. Cook Waffle Donuts: Spoon about ¼ cup of batter onto the center of the waffle iron for each donut. Close the lid and cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until the waffle donuts are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
  8. Cool Waffles: Transfer the cooked waffle donuts to a wire rack to cool slightly while you prepare the glaze.
  9. Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable.
  10. Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the warm or room temperature waffle donuts, then dust with additional powdered sugar. For a traditional donut look, optionally cut out the centers with a small biscuit cutter after cooking.

Notes

  • Dice apples small to ensure even cooking and soft bites.
  • Do not overmix the batter; it should be just combined to keep waffles tender.
  • For extra crispiness, keep finished waffles warm in a 200°F oven while cooking the rest.
  • Cut out centers after cooking if you desire a donut shape.

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