Description
Apple fritter waffle donuts are a delicious fusion of apple fritters, waffles, and donuts. They feature a spiced apple batter cooked in a waffle iron, then glazed for the perfect crispy, soft, and sweet treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs with granulated and brown sugar until light. Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently stir in diced apples.
- Preheat and lightly grease waffle iron.
- Scoop batter into the iron, close, and cook until golden brown and crisp.
- Let cool slightly. Whisk powdered sugar and milk to make glaze.
- Dip or drizzle waffle donuts with glaze before serving.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best results.
- Add a pinch of cloves or ginger for extra spice.
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt can replace part of the milk for richer texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2–5 days, or freeze up to 2 months.
- Reheat in toaster oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle donut
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
