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Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts

Crispy Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts for Cozy Mornings

Delight in these Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts, a magical combination of crispy waffles and sweet apples, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
  • 2 tbsp Baking Powder ensure it's fresh
  • 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon can add nutmeg or ginger
  • 1 tsp Salt preferably sea salt
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar can use coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar for moisture and richness
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or plant-based milk
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted, or coconut oil
  • 2 large Eggs or use flaxseed meal for vegan
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract use pure extract for best flavor
  • 2 cups Peeled and Diced Apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans optional, omit for nut-free
  • as needed Oil for Frying or cooking spray
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar essential for glaze
  • 2 tbsp Milk use non-dairy if desired
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract go for pure if possible

Equipment

  • Waffle Iron
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • airtight container

Method
 

Steps
  1. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well blended.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Combine ingredients: Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir gently. Fold in apples and nuts.
  4. Preheat waffle iron: Preheat according to instructions and grease surface.
  5. Pour batter: Pour about 1/2 cup of batter into the center of the waffle iron and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. Prepare glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a small bowl until smooth.
  7. Finish and serve: Remove waffles, let cool slightly, dip in glaze, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Expert Tips: Don't overmix the batter, preheat properly, adjust glaze thickness, grease the waffle iron generously, and store leftovers correctly.

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