Description
These Apple Fritter Waffle Doughnuts are a delightful twist on classic waffles, combining the flavors of apple fritters and the fun shape of doughnuts. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and finished with a sweet glaze, they are perfect for a special breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Doughnut Waffles:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (240 grams)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (150 grams)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup buttermilk (175 ml)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (55 grams)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped apples, peels removed (225 grams, from about 2–3 apples)
Glaze:
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (170 grams)
- ¼ cup whole milk (60 ml)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For Frying:
- Vegetable or canola oil
Instructions
- Doughnut Waffles: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla. Add liquids to the flour mixture and mix until just combined. Add the chopped apples and mix until incorporated.
- Waffles: Preheat a waffle iron and cook waffles according to manufacturer’s instructions. Let cool and cut into segments.
- Frying: Pour enough oil into a pot until it’s 2 inches deep. Heat to 360°F. Fry waffles in batches until golden brown, about 2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
- Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Dip the hot doughnuts into the glaze and let sit on a wire rack for 20 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Frying, Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Apple Fritter Waffle Doughnuts, Waffle Doughnuts, Apple Fritter, Apple Waffles, Doughnut Waffles
