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Healthy baked apple fritters stacked on a board.

Baked Apple Fritters

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Servings: 8 Fritters
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 140
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
  • 1.5 tsp Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup Maple syrup
  • 1 Large egg
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 2 cups Diced apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, combine the applesauce, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fold in the diced apples carefully.
  6. Scoop 1/4 cup portions of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly into circles.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the fritters feel firm to the touch and the bottoms are golden brown.
  8. Let cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Apple Selection: Use Granny Smith for tartness or Honeycrisp for sweetness. Ensure dice is consistently 1/2-inch to prevent the fritters from falling apart.
  • Batter Consistency: The batter should be thick and "scoopable," not runny. If it’s too wet, add 1 tablespoon of flour; if too dry, add 1 tablespoon of yogurt or applesauce.
  • Do Not Overmix: Stir until the flour is just incorporated. Over-mixing develops gluten, which makes the fritters tough instead of fluffy.
  • Texture Secret: For a crispier exterior without oil, lightly spray the parchment paper with a tiny amount of olive oil cooking spray before placing the batter down.
  • Storage: These are best served warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2–3 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or air fryer at 350°F for 3–5 minutes to restore the texture.
  • Healthy Swap: Substitute the egg for a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water) to make this recipe completely plant-based.