Homemade Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts Recipe
These Homemade Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts combine the crispy, golden texture of waffles with the sweet, spiced flavors of classic apple fritters. Made with finely diced Granny Smith apples and aromatic cinnamon and nutmeg, these waffle donuts are cooked in a waffle iron until golden brown and crispy, then drizzled with a smooth vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, they offer a delightful twist on traditional apple fritters with a convenient waffle shape.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 waffle donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Waffling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts Batter
- 2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and finely diced
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cooking spray or extra melted butter for waffle iron
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside to prepare the wet ingredients.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spoon or spatula until just combined. Some lumps in the batter are okay; avoid overmixing to keep the waffles tender.
- Fold in apples: Gently fold the finely diced Granny Smith apples into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout.
- Preheat waffle iron: Heat your waffle iron according to its manufacturer’s instructions. Lightly grease the plates with cooking spray or melted butter to prevent sticking.
- Cook waffles: Spoon about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter onto the hot waffle iron depending on its size. Close the lid and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the waffle donuts are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Remove and repeat: Carefully remove each waffle donut from the iron and place on a wire rack. Repeat cooking with the remaining batter, greasing the waffle plates between batches.
- Prepare glaze: While the waffle donuts are warm, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. Add milk gradually, one teaspoon at a time, to reach your desired glaze consistency.
- Glaze and serve: Drizzle the warm glaze generously over each waffle donut. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- For an extra indulgent treat, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Add a pinch of ground ginger or allspice to the batter to enhance the spice profile and complexity.
- If you prefer softer apple pieces, lightly sauté the diced apples in butter with cinnamon before folding into the batter.
- Use Granny Smith apples for a tart contrast; other apple varieties may alter the flavor balance.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep waffles tender and fluffy.
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