Description

These Mini Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts are a delightful twist merging classic apple fritters with the convenience and crispiness of waffle donuts. Lightly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, packed with shredded apples, and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze, they offer a perfect balance of sweet and fruity flavors. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these waffle donuts cook quickly in a waffle iron and are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth with a homemade touch.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon table salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Wet Ingredients

1 large egg
1/3 cup milk (plus extra for glaze)
1/2 tablespoon oil

Fruit

1 1/2 cups shredded apples

Glaze

2 cups powdered sugar
3-4 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Topping

Cinnamon sugar (to taste)

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Instructions

Preheat Waffle Iron: Preheat your waffle iron to the appropriate temperature setting to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
Mix Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cornstarch. Whisk until well incorporated. Add the egg, 1/3 cup milk, and oil, then stir until just combined. Gently fold in the shredded apples to keep the batter light and airy.
Cook Waffle Donuts: Lightly spray the waffle iron with nonstick spray to prevent sticking. Spoon tablespoon-sized portions of batter onto the waffle iron. Cook each batch for 3-5 minutes, or according to your waffle iron’s instructions, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer cooked mini waffle donuts to a wire rack to cool slightly.
Prepare Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, 3-4 tablespoons milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and runny enough to dip.
Glaze and Garnish: Dip each mini waffle donut into the glaze, covering evenly. Flip to glaze both sides and allow any excess glaze to drip off. Optionally, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar while the glaze is still wet. Let the glaze set before serving.

Notes

Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balance of sweetness and tartness.
Make sure to shred the apples finely so they cook evenly.
Adjust cooking time based on your waffle iron’s heat setting to avoid burning.
For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use oil instead of butter.
Leftover waffle donuts can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days, but are best enjoyed fresh.