Description
Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts are a delightful combination of fluffy waffle texture with the flavors of apple fritters, topped with a sweet glaze. These waffle donuts are perfect for a cozy breakfast or a special treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Diced Apple Topping:
- 1 medium apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and diced small
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Waffle Donut Batter:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Diced Apple Topping: In a small skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp butter. Add diced apple, brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp cinnamon. Cook for 5–7 minutes until tender and caramelized. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Waffle Donut Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla. Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir until just combined. Fold in the apple mixture gently.
- Cooking the Waffle Donuts: Preheat and lightly grease a waffle iron. Spoon batter into the center of each mold. Close and cook for 3–4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and cool on a wire rack.
- Preparing the Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla together until smooth. Adjust thickness with more milk or sugar if needed.
- Finishing Touches: Once waffle donuts are warm (not hot), dip tops into glaze or drizzle with a spoon. Let set before serving.
Notes
- You can add chopped nuts or raisins to the apple topping for extra texture.
- Ensure the waffle iron is preheated well for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Waffle, Glazing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle donut
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts, Waffle Donuts Recipe, Apple Fritter Recipe, Breakfast Ideas, Sweet Treats
