Description

Delight in the perfect fusion of waffles and apple fritters with these waffle donut apple fritters. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these apple-studded waffle segments are deep-fried to golden perfection and finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. A delicious twist on traditional apple fritters, ideal for breakfast or a sweet snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Donuts:

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups chopped apples, peeled
Oil for frying

Glaze:

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until thoroughly mixed to create the base dry mixture for the batter.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Prepare Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter tender. Fold in the chopped and peeled apples until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Cook Waffles: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Spoon the batter onto the waffle iron and cook until golden brown. Remove the waffles and let them cool slightly before cutting them into segments suitable for frying.
Heat Oil: Preheat your deep fryer or a heavy pot with enough oil to deep fry. Heat the oil to about 350°F (175°C) for perfect frying temperature.
Fry Waffle Segments: Fry two segments of the waffle dough at a time. Cook each side for approximately one minute or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove the fried pieces and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
Prepare Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, whole milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy to make the vanilla glaze.
Glaze Donuts: While the waffle donuts are still warm, dip each into the glaze, ensuring a good coating. Place the glazed waffle donuts on a wire rack and allow the glaze to set for about 20 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and acidity.
Make sure the oil temperature is correct to avoid greasy or undercooked donuts.
Allow glaze to set completely for best texture and flavor experience.
Leftover waffle donut segments can be reheated in an oven for a crispy finish.
Adjust sugar in the glaze according to your sweetness preference.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
Method: Waffle Iron Cooking, Deep Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 waffle donut segment
Calories: 220
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 45mg

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