Baked Apple Fritters Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup milk
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Directions:

1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
2. Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
4. Combine: Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Then, stir in the diced apples.
5. Bake: Drop the batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden and set. Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
6. Serve: Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Variations & Tips:

• Feel free to use your favorite apple variety to cater to different tastes.
• Add nuts like walnuts or pecans for an added crunch.
• For a dairy-free version, substitute the milk with almond milk or oat milk.
• Spice up the batter with a pinch of nutmeg or allspice for added flavor.
• These fritters can be frozen for up to 3 months and reheated for a quick treat.
• For an extra special touch, you can glaze the fritters with a mixture of powdered sugar and milk.