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Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts

Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts for an Irresistible Brunch Treat

Enjoy Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts, a deliciously spiced treat perfect for brunch, crafted with apples and warm spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can be substituted with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg optional
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cups light brown sugar
  • 1 cups buttermilk substitute with milk plus 1 tablespoon vinegar if needed
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups peeled, diced tart apple (like Granny Smith)
  • 0.5 cups chopped pecans or walnuts optional
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 0.25 cup extra powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • waffle iron
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts
  1. Prep Apples: Peel, core, and dice the tart apples into small chunks. Set aside.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a mixing bowl.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined and then fold in the diced apples and nuts.
  5. Cook Waffles: Preheat your waffle iron, grease lightly, and spoon about ⅓ cup of batter for each donut. Cook for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Cool: Transfer cooked donuts to a wire rack to cool slightly.
  7. Make Glaze: Whisk the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.
  8. Glaze and Serve: Drizzle glaze over the warm donuts and dust with extra powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter to ensure fluffy results. Store leftovers properly.

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