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Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts

Delicious Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts for a Sweet Morning Treat

Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, packed with warm apples and cinnamon for a perfect morning treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 donuts
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free option: 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch nutmeg optional
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar can be reduced for less sweetness
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk or milk + vinegar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can swap with almond extract
  • 2-3 medium tart apples (like Granny Smith)
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk adjust for consistency
  • extra powdered sugar for dusting before serving

Equipment

  • Waffle Iron
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Ladle
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and dice the apples into small chunks. Set aside.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Beat together eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Combine Forms: Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients just until combined. Fold in diced apples and nuts.
  5. Cook Waffles: Preheat waffle iron. Spoon batter onto the iron and cook until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Make Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth. Adjust to desired thickness.
  7. Drizzle Glaze: Once cooled, drizzle glaze over waffle donuts and dust with additional powdered sugar.
  8. Serve: Enjoy warm or at room temperature with coffee or hot chocolate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 0.8mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing for fluffy donuts. Store donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day.

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