Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts
Delightful fusion of apple fritters and waffle donuts, filled with juicy apples and aromatic spices, enveloped in a sweet glaze.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Forms the base of the batter.
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Adds a warm aroma.
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Enhances the flavor with a hint of spice.
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Sweetens the batter.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensures the donuts rise beautifully.
- 1/4 teaspoon table salt Balances sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch Helps achieve crunch.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg Binds the ingredients.
- 1/3 cup milk Makes the batter creamy.
- 1/2 tablespoon oil Adds richness.
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups shredded apples Provides freshness.
Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar Used for the glaze.
- 3-4 tablespoons milk Adjusts glaze consistency.
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds fragrant note.
- cinnamon sugar For sprinkling.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your waffle iron.
- In a mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients until blended.
- Add wet ingredients and whisk until smooth and free of lumps.
- Fold in shredded apples.
- Lightly spray waffle iron with nonstick spray.
Cooking
- Drop batter by tablespoon onto the preheated iron.
- Close the lid and cook for 3-5 minutes until golden-brown.
- Transfer cooked donuts to a wire rack to cool.
Glazing
- Whisk together glaze ingredients until smooth and glossy.
- Dip each cooled donut into the glaze.
- Sprinkle cinnamon sugar over each donut.
- Allow glaze to set before serving.
Notes
Best served warm; can be made ahead of time. Store leftovers in an airtight container.