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Callie Brooks

Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts

Enjoy these delightful apple fritter waffle donuts that combine the flavors of cinnamon, tart apple, and a sweet glaze without the hassle of frying. Perfect for brunch or dessert!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Waffle Donuts
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 large eggs
  • cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • ¾ cup buttermilk (or substitute milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • cups peeled, diced tart apple (Granny Smith recommended)
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) Optional for added crunch
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk Adjust for thickness
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • to taste extra powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel, core, and dice the apples into small, roughly uniform chunks. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs with granulated sugar and brown sugar until slightly frothy. Add the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla; whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in the diced apples and optional chopped nuts.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease it.
  2. Spoon about ¼ cup of batter per donut onto the iron and cook until golden and crisp, about 3–5 minutes.
  3. Transfer cooked waffle donuts to a wire rack to cool slightly.
  4. For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with milk and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over slightly cooled waffle donuts and dust with extra powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

Store cooled waffle donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Freeze for longer storage. They can be reheated in a toaster oven.

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